The Repertoire Podcast

Justin Khanna
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The Repertoire Podcast

Your Repertoire is the most valuable asset in your career. It's the collection of skills, stories, experiences, and lessons you've had to hard-earn in this hospitality industry. What if you could ask some of the best professionals in the world how they built their Repertoire? In this podcast, you can look forward to expert-led interviews by Chef Justin Khanna, breakdowns of news and stories that are impacting the industry, and the occasional bonus episode that might include a tactic or strategy that drastically improves your life. Subscribe for weekly episodes of The Repertoire Podcast.

  1. MAY 22

    Alessandra Ciuffo | Food “Unicorns”, Documenting in Kitchens, and Growing Food Media - Ep. 168

    In this episode of the Repertoire Podcast, Justin Khanna interviews Alessandra Ciuffo, a culinary content creator and professional chef known for her impressive journey from a young competitor on Food Network to a successful food media personality. Alessandra shares insights about her experiences in culinary school, working with renowned chefs like Rocco Sacramone, and building her brand, Flavors by Ale. She discusses the importance of mentorship, navigating food media, and balancing personal passions with professional commitments. Alessandra also offers advice for aspiring chefs and content creators, emphasizing the significance of resilience, continuous learning, and authenticity in the culinary industry

    1h 8m

  2. APR 25

    Eddie Shepherd | Productivity in Pop Ups, Skill Stacking, and Plant-Based Tasting Menus - Ep. 167

    Eddie Sheppard, award-winning chef from Manchester, joins us to discuss his unique culinary approach inspired by nature. At his Walled Gardens Underground Restaurant, Eddie offers an intimate 12-course tasting menu, prepared and served exclusively by him for just eight diners nightly. Recently crowned Chef of the Year at the Manchester Food and Drink Awards, Eddie is known for his vibrant food photography and creative dishes. Discover how his underground dining spot became one of the UK's top restaurants.

    1h 31m

  3. APR 2 · BONUS

    My Problem with "Heard" in Kitchens, and Why I Prefer Mirrored Callbacks

    The traditional "heard" in kitchens may fall short in high-stakes culinary environments, where clarity and accuracy are paramount. This episode challenges this norm and proposes "mirrored callbacks" as a superior alternative for chefs, culinary students, and restaurant staff. Embracing this method enhances communication, reduces errors, and could revolutionize teamwork in the hospitality industry.

    13 min

  4. MAR 26

    On "Quantifying Cooking Performance" - My Message to David Chang

    In this episode, Justin Khanna breaks down a recent episode of The David Chang Show on Quantifying Cooking Performance, and why Total Station Domination and the Station Scoring system might be able to provide an effective (and more practical) alternative...

    52 min

  5. 06/05/2023

    Myles Snider | How to Cook Intuitively, Growing Online, and Techniques-over-Recipes - Ep. 165

    My guest today is Myles Snider, host of the 80/20 Cooking Course and content creator!

    1h 26m

  6. 05/15/2023

    Ki Chung | Standing Out On the Line, Nervousness, Eating to Learn, and Work You Can Sustain - Ep. 164

    In this episode, I'm joined by Chef Ki Chung of Bar Maze in Honolulu.

    1h 18m

  7. 04/13/2023

    Suzanne Vizethann | Chef’s Mental Health, Operational Excellence, Empathy in Hiring - Ep. 163

    Chef Suzanne Vizethann talks about her successful breakfast and brunch restaurant, Buttermilk Kitchen. She shares her insights on taking advantage of an underserved market, building a team, and the importance of communication. Additionally, she discusses the operational strategies that set her restaurant apart, including the use of high-quality ingredients, transparency with guests, and implementing new offerings such as espresso and reservations. Finally, she emphasizes the need for clear vision and strategy, and provides practical frameworks for unifying a team.

    52 min

  8. 04/04/2023

    "Hostile" Hospitality, A Failed Chef-Restaurateur, Delivery Financials, and more - Ep. 162

    In this episode of the Repertoire podcast, host Justin Khanna shares his excitement about the return of solo episodes. Khanna highlights some of the most popular stories covered in past episodes, including a Twitter thread by startup founder Nick Huber, about the reality of running a profitable restaurant. The thread features a cautionary tale about a chef turned restaurateur who failed after opening a restaurant for selfish reasons and not being prepared to handle the responsibilities of running a business. Khanna gives his take on the lesson of the story, which is that starting a successful business is not about doing what you love, but rather about doing what gives you the best odds of making great money while managing the less fun aspects of the business. The episode also includes topics such as hostility in hospitality, Oreo’s product release strategy, smart ovens, and checklist for fire spots.

    51 min
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Your Repertoire is the most valuable asset in your career. It's the collection of skills, stories, experiences, and lessons you've had to hard-earn in this hospitality industry. What if you could ask some of the best professionals in the world how they built their Repertoire? In this podcast, you can look forward to expert-led interviews by Chef Justin Khanna, breakdowns of news and stories that are impacting the industry, and the occasional bonus episode that might include a tactic or strategy that drastically improves your life. Subscribe for weekly episodes of The Repertoire Podcast.

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  • Creator
    Justin Khanna
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    194
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Repertoire Podcast
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