Restaurant Rockstars Podcast

Roger Beaudoin
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Restaurant Rockstars Podcast Podcast

Tips, tools & resources to help restaurant owners and managers Rock Their Restaurant! Engaging conversations with industry leaders and fellow restaurateurs.

  1. 409. From Chef to Restaurant Entrepreneur - Julian Medina

    3 DAYS AGO

    409. From Chef to Restaurant Entrepreneur - Julian Medina

    In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, I welcome Chef Julian Medina. We discuss his restaurant portfolio, his leadership style and team culture as well as: how he monitors critical restaurant numbers, how he maintains and grows margins, some of his best practices and even his appearance on “Iron Chef America”. Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ UberDirect: With Uber Direct, you take orders on your website, app or by phone. Then, drivers from Uber’s courier network pick them up from your place and deliver them to your customer’s doorstep. Delivery just got better with Uber Direct. Learn more at https://www.uberdirect.com Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/ TerraSlate menus are waterproof, rip-proof, antimicrobial and easy to clean. They ship to every state and over a hundred countries with a fast 1 day turnaround and Free overnight shipping. Get your menus from TerraSlate at https://terraslate.com Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. Connect with our guest: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefmedinanyc/ https://www.chefmedina.com Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them FREE DOWNLOAD: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/ Connect with us on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://twitter.com/RestaurantRock1

    41 min
  2. 408. Control Restaurant Kitchen Chaos, Eliminate Hassle and Save Money - Ryan Bowlds

    13 SEPT

    408. Control Restaurant Kitchen Chaos, Eliminate Hassle and Save Money - Ryan Bowlds

    Ryan discusses the importance of automation and engineering in enhancing kitchen safety and efficiency. Learn about Total Oil Management and Auto Mist, services designed to streamline oil handling and hood cleaning, respectively. Discover how these technologies reduce risks, save costs, and improve overall kitchen operations. Stay tuned for insights on how these solutions benefit both large chains and independent operators, and how they contribute to environmental sustainability through renewable energy. Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. TerraSlate menus are waterproof, rip-proof, antimicrobial and easy to clean. They ship to every state and over a hundred countries with a fast 1 day turnaround and Free overnight shipping. Get your menus from TerraSlate at https://terraslate.com UberDirect: With Uber Direct, you take orders on your website, app or by phone. Then, drivers from Uber’s courier network pick them up from your place and deliver them to your customer’s doorstep. Delivery just got better with Uber Direct. Learn more at https://www.uberdirect.com Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/ Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them FREE DOWNLOAD: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/ Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy: We will train your entire team to up level your business, maximize sales and optimize profits - Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with us on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://twitter.com/RestaurantRock1

    42 min
  3. 407. Mastering the Restaurant Kitchen: Culinary Journeys and Insights - Chef Andy McLeod

    7 SEPT

    407. Mastering the Restaurant Kitchen: Culinary Journeys and Insights - Chef Andy McLeod

    Join us on the Restaurant Rockstars podcast as Chef Andy shares his culinary journey from high school ice cream shop to a prominent chef in Charleston. Discover his experiences working with top restaurateurs and the importance of teamwork and mentorship in the restaurant kitchen. Learn about his dynamic kitchen environment, menu innovation, sustainability efforts, and balancing financials in today's challenging restaurant industry. Whether you're an aspiring chef or a restaurant owner, this episode is packed with invaluable insights! Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them FREE DOWNLOAD: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/ Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy: We will train your entire team to up level your business, maximize sales and optimize profits - Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with our guest: o Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/fleetlanding/ o Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/fleetlanding/ Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ TerraSlate menus are waterproof, rip-proof, antimicrobial and easy to clean. They ship to every state and over a hundred countries with a fast 1 day turnaround and Free overnight shipping. Get your menus from TerraSlate at https://terraslate.com UberDirect: With Uber Direct, you take orders on your website, app or by phone. Then, drivers from Uber’s courier network pick them up from your place and deliver them to your customer’s doorstep. Delivery just got better with Uber Direct. Learn more at https://www.uberdirect.com Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/ Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Email roger@restaurantrockstars.com

    39 min
  4. 406. Get Proven Tips from Restaurant Expert - Chris Tripoli

    30 AUG

    406. Get Proven Tips from Restaurant Expert - Chris Tripoli

    In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I am joined by Chris Tripoli, founder of Multiple Concepts. We discuss Chris's extensive career in the restaurant industry, starting as a busboy and evolving into a concept developer, owner-operator, and consultant. Key topics include the importance of passion, mentorship, systems, financial acumen, recruiting vs. hiring, company culture, and the balance between hospitality and technology. Chris shares valuable insights and advice for restaurant owners and managers, emphasizing that success begins with people and requires continual learning, adaptation, and strong leadership. Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them FREE DOWNLOAD: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/ Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy: We will train your entire team to up level your business, maximize sales and optimize profits - Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with us on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://twitter.com/RestaurantRock1 Thank you to our sponsors: UberDirect: With Uber Direct, you take orders on your website, app or by phone. Then, drivers from Uber’s courier network pick them up from your place and deliver them to your customer’s doorstep. Delivery just got better with Uber Direct. Learn more at https://www.uberdirect.com The Birthday Club – Everyone celebrates their birthday! Get new and repeat business, fill your tables, and boost sales with Birthdays: https://jointhebirthdayclub.com/BirthdayRockstar/ Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/ Connect with our Guest: Instagram @christripolifcsi https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctripoli/ chris@christripoli.com www.christripoli.com Request Roger as a podcast guest or event speaker - email roger@restaurantrockstars.com

    55 min
  5. 405. Master your Restaurant Kitchen - Chef Hunter Evans

    23 AUG

    405. Master your Restaurant Kitchen - Chef Hunter Evans

    This episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Hunter Evans, a chef driven by early inspirations from his grandmother in New Orleans. Hunter shares his journey from the Culinary Institute of America to working with Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group. He established his restaurant Elvie's in Jackson, Mississippi, and his current project is reopening the historic Mayflower restaurant. The discussion covers key themes of culinary education, the importance of culture in the restaurant business, building and leading a team, and Hunter’s personal and professional growth. Additional topics include marketing, hospitality, hiring practices, and the balance between creativity and business management in running a restaurant. Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them FREE DOWNLOAD: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/ Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy: We will train your entire team to up level your business, maximize sales and optimize profits - Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with us on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://twitter.com/RestaurantRock1 Thank you to our sponsors: The Birthday Club – Everyone celebrates their birthday! Get new and repeat business, fill your tables, and boost sales with Birthdays: https://jointhebirthdayclub.com/BirthdayRockstar/ Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. UberDirect: With Uber Direct, you take orders on your website, app or by phone. Then, drivers from Uber’s courier network pick them up from your place and deliver them to your customer’s doorstep. Delivery just got better with Uber Direct. Learn more at https://www.uberdirect.com Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/

    56 min
  6. 404. Maximize Revenue: Insights from a Restaurant Technology & Marketing Guru - Brett Linkletter

    16 AUG

    404. Maximize Revenue: Insights from a Restaurant Technology & Marketing Guru - Brett Linkletter

    In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast Brett Linkletter, co-founder of Dishio, delves into the transformative power of restaurant technology and marketing strategies. We explore how restaurants can leverage digital menus, smart data collection, and innovative marketing techniques to enhance customer experiences, boost profitability, and overcome industry challenges. From the story behind Dishio's inception to the benefits of multilingual menus and trackable marketing, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for restaurateurs. Don't miss out on learning how to rock your restaurant's growth with cutting-edge tech solutions. Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: FREE DOWNLOAD: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/ Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy: We will train your entire team to up level your business, maximize sales and optimize profits - Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with us on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://twitter.com/RestaurantRock1 Connect with our guest: - Brett: @brettlinkletter - Dineline: @dinelineco - Dishio: @getdishio - Podcast: @restaurantmisfits - https://get.dishio.com - https://dineline.co Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ UberDirect: With Uber Direct, you take orders on your website, app or by phone. Then, drivers from Uber’s courier network pick them up from your place and deliver them to your customer’s doorstep. Delivery just got better with Uber Direct. Learn more at https://www.uberdirect.com Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. Go to https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/

    57 min
  7. 403. Restaurant Brand Extensions: Strategies for National Success - Gail Kurpgeweit

    8 AUG

    403. Restaurant Brand Extensions: Strategies for National Success - Gail Kurpgeweit

    In this episode on the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Gail Kurpgeweit, Gail has had great success launching over 100 restaurant brand products for scale and getting them placed in major supermarkets and famous name big box stores. Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/ Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy: We will train your entire team to up level your business, maximize sales and optimize profits - Join the Restaurant Academy: https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy Connect with us on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-beaudoin-21590016 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restaurantrockstars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantrockstars X: https://twitter.com/RestaurantRock1 Subscribe to the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast: iTunes - https://apple.co/2WaKyqV Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3xGuOd0 Google - https://bit.ly/2VM10P1 Stitcher - https://bit.ly/3iFGAAb Soundcloud - https://bit.ly/3lYBhho Ask Roger a Question or Share a Restaurant story with us: https://www.speakpipe.com/RestaurantRockstars Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ UberDirect: With Uber Direct, you take orders on your website, app or by phone. Then, drivers from Uber’s courier network pick them up from your place and deliver them to your customer’s doorstep. Delivery just got better with Uber Direct. Learn more at https://www.uberdirect.com The Birthday Club – Everyone celebrates their birthday! Get new and repeat business, fill your tables, and boost sales with Birthdays: https://jointhebirthdayclub.com/BirthdayRockstar/ Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/

    52 min
  8. 402. Restaurant Training for Team Excellence - David McClaskey

    1 AUG

    402. Restaurant Training for Team Excellence - David McClaskey

    In this week’s episode on the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with David McClaskey, a 50-year trainer who shares that effective restaurant training cultivates excellence in both employees and entire organizations. Listen as David tells us the secrets to effective restaurant training including: • The meaning of leadership and how to shift your managerial approach • How to overcome the labor and staffing crisis and retain great people • Striving for and developing your restaurant training for 100% optimum performance • Key learnings from David’s own personal restaurant experiences from on the road • The change that’s possible in your restaurant training • A framework for restaurant training success David also shares some powerful case studies and client results from a concept with 31 locations. Don’t miss out on the Restaurant Profit Maximizer while it is available. This easy to digest video course will help you INCREASE your PROFIT even as you battle inflation & high labor costs. https://restaurantrockstars.com/profitmaximizer Connect with our Guest: Facebook: @mcclaskeyexcellence Twitter: @mcclaskeyexcel Instagram: @mcclaskeyexcellence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcclaskey-excellence-institute https://mcclaskeyexcellence.com Thank you to our sponsors: The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/ Cirrus: cirrus led digital signs attract attention, bring your business to life & increase customer traffic and sales. Cirrus signs are versatile and allow easy changing of content and displays. You can subscribe to pay with low monthly payments and no upfront cost. https://try.cirrusled.com/rockstar The Birthday Club – Everyone celebrates their birthday! Get new and repeat business, fill your tables, and boost sales with Birthdays: https://jointhebirthdayclub.com/BirthdayRockstar/ Restaurant Technologies: takes care of your fry oil challenges. They handle everything end-to-end from delivering, filtering monitoring, collecting, and recycling your waste cooking oil. Restaurant Technologies customers save 10-15% on their insurance premiums and even get bonuses for any new customer referrals. https://www.rti-inc.com or call 866-399-3639 to get started today. Restaurant Equippers: Top equipment brands, extensive inventory, everyday low prices, and 60 years serving independent food service operators. Only at https://www.equippers.com/

    42 min
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Tips, tools & resources to help restaurant owners and managers Rock Their Restaurant! Engaging conversations with industry leaders and fellow restaurateurs.

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  • Creator
    Roger Beaudoin
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2024
  • Episodes
    406
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Restaurant Rockstars Podcast

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