Melissa Whitten

Some restaurants will hire a server based on simple interview questions such as, “Do you have experience?” or “Can you work weekends?” But it’s usually not that easy. You should always go into a server job interview expecting to have an in-depth discussion with your potential employer about your experience and skills.

Food safety is one of the most important issues a restaurant kitchen has to consider. Unsafe handling of food can make customers sick, result in health code violations, and cause unnecessary food waste. The good news is it’s easy to prevent food contamination with proper training and documented processes.

The positive benefits of sitting down for a homemade meal are well documented. Everyone wants to come home to a delicious meal, but the time investment that comes with cooking dinner is no joke.

With summertime in full swing and the Fourth of July just around the corner, it’s prime grilling season! Whether you’re a grill master or just getting started, these tips will help you have a safe and delicious barbecue experience this summer.

“Sometimes you meet people who change your life for the better. Those people are bartenders.”

If you love to talk to new people and thrive in fast-paced, sometimes rowdy environments, bartending is the perfect job for you. With a little upfront investment of your time and energy, you can become a bartender in just a few months. It’s a fun, highly social job that has the potential for great pay.

Stay-at-home orders have been going strong for weeks now. Those of us with kids have had to get very creative to keep them entertained (and have weathered many a temper tantrum). If you’re running out of ideas, go back to the basics.

Hard times can inspire creativity, kindness, and a sense of community. We’ve been seeing this positivity rippling throughout the food industry in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Restaurant owners and employees are finding creative ways to help others, despite their own financial losses and personal hardships.

Many restaurant job ads are shorter than those you see from other industries. They’re often missing key details such as the “About Company” section and have few if any, details in the “Responsibilities” section.

According to Sara Anderson, director of workforce development at the National Restaurant Association, it costs nearly $2,000 to replace an hourly restaurant employee. It’s better for your bottom line (and your sanity) if you can get the best employee for the job.

Choosing a culinary school is a big decision because it requires a significant investment of your time and money. The list below provides an overview of 15 culinary schools recognized for their excellence so you can make an informed decision for your future.

Mother’s Day is all about showing mom how much you love and appreciate her. This year our lives are a bit different, but the sentiment remains! Especially as households across the country shelter-in-place, and moms are working harder than ever to keep the family safe and happy.

To say COVID-19 has rocked the restaurant industry is an understatement. Nearly two-thirds of the restaurant workforce has been lost. But there is light at the end of the tunnel, and we’re inching closer to it each day. When you’re finally able to welcome dine-in guests again, it’s likely you’ll need to replace some or all of your staff who aren’t able to return.

To help get your training off on the right foot, we’ve put together some great techniques you may not have used before and important standbys that should not be overlooked.

If your dream is to become a chef, the first step is to become a great cook. And, as Julia Child said, “No one is born a great cook, one learns by doing.” We’ve curated a diverse list of inspiring chef quotes to encourage you on your journey to culinary perfection.

When you’re stressed out, your muscles hurt, and your skin needs some TLC, you take time for a little self care. Whether you go to the spa or give yourself an at-home treatment, a little pampering leaves you looking and feeling wonderful. But self care isn’t only important for your health, it’s important for your furry friends too!

Your doggo needs basic grooming to stay happy and healthy, so why not make it a special experience for both of you?

The adversity that we’re facing hides a rare gift — time with our loved ones. While communities practice social distancing, we encourage you to sit down for dinner each night with family and friends, whether face-to-face or virtually. Because nothing connects us quite” like a delicious, home-cooked meal.