Shows
R'GrindzWe Grind on Day Light Savings Time & Social Life in the IndustryTonight we discussed the effects of Daylight Savings Time on Restaurant operations and what does that look likeThen we talk about the social life effect in the service industry, concerning marriage, dating, hanging out --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-03-1954 minR'GrindzAssociation's and GuidesWe go over the Restaurant Associations versus the Michelin Guide we discuss the impact of social media and some best practices on how to maximize the impact --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-03-1457 minR'GrindzAll over the place (Nick)We go over a lot of topics, and we have a guest Nick is back for round two Check us out on You Tube - RGRINDZ you can see us record the podcast liveEmail us at RGRINDZCREW@GMAIL.COM as your questions or give us topics you want us to discuss--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-03-1455 minR'GrindzGrinding out Menu Trends/RecipesIn todays show we go over the importance and challenge of changing the menu with new items and seasonal changesAfter the break we go over the importance of the recipe book in the kitchen and what it means Don't forget to email us at RGRINDZCREW@gmail.comAnd check us out on You Tube at RGRINDZ CREW Channel and what us record this live and chat with us in real time--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-02-2354 minR'GrindzWE HAVE A GUEST!!!We have a guest on the Grindz! We get to know our guest in the first half of the show and all his experience's and where he thinks its headed and what might happen, in the second half he answerers the Island Questions , and I have to say it's a pretty bad ass Island that he would live on...If you want to ask a Question...email us at RGRINDZCREW@Gmail.com And you can check us out while we record on You Tube.... RGRINDZ PODCAST, you can live chat and check out older shows, w...
2022-02-1358 minR'GrindzGrinding EverywhereThis week we are all over the place, family business, some sports talk, and food that has holes in them??Is there a topic you want us to cover, email us @ RGRINDZCREW@gmail.com Check us out on YOU TUBE at RGRINDZPODCAST for the live streaming or archive video footage--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-02-0358 minR'GrindzLate to the GrindThis week the record button was hit late on the audio, but check us out on You Tube - search 'RGRINDZ PODCAST' and check out the start there. We get into a bunch of topics, pricing and portioning to name a few...shot us an email @RGRINDZCREW@Gmail.com and let us know what topics you want us to cover --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-01-2758 minR'GrindzGrinding with LaborWe are live on You Tube - check it out for behind the scene video footage at RGRINDZ PODCAST on you tube - Today we discuss how an operator can possible use programs that could help save them time with labor and payroll, it may not sound enticing but its a great conversation about how the industry maybe going, then we discuss the possible food trends in the dinging segments and what that could look like in the not to distant future. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-01-1356 minR'GrindzGrinding out 2022First episode of the year and we cover a lot of ground, dont forget to look us up on You Tube, we went 'live' so now you can check out the behind the scene footage where we let it go during the breaks in the Podcast. Search RGRINDZ in you tube--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2022-01-0651 minR'GrindzLabor and Holiday MoviesLoyal listener's we are now live on You Tube as well so go check out the You Tube Page RGRINDZ and you can actually see us discuss these awesome topics - This week we talked about Labor and the rising cost and then in the second half we cover Holiday Movies and some of the holiday treats we like to make --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-12-1457 minR'GrindzHow to Work with TechWe discuss the pro's and cons with food service tech and what that might look like in the future --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-12-0356 minR'GrindzThanksgiving 2021We go over our own Thanksgiving day traditions, working on Thanksgiving in the past, and what are some best practices for operators to do to make Thanksgiving service smooth --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-11-2358 minR'GrindzGrinding Organic, Plant Based and SkimflationThis week - we talk about the Organic Certification and what it means to us and the restaurants we frequent as well and a new thing called Skimflation. In the second half we talk about the world of plant based food and the involvement of the government subsidizing that area of the market --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-11-0954 minR'GrindzTrends and Plans and how to be better at bothThis week we talk about the food trends of the future and what type of business plan should be if you want to open a restaurant of your own --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-11-0251 minR'GrindzGrinding over Labor and TechDuring this episode we cover an idea of kitchen labor / culture and what that could look like in the future and should the kitchen staff all get paid the same???In the second half we talk about the technological advances in the restaurant industry and what would we do .....--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-10-2656 minR'GrindzGrinding it out with a return GuestTonight we talk to Andrew again and we cover a multitude of topics, from first jobs, to work ethic, high schoolers in the work force, and company culture and is it important If there is a topic you would like us to talk about or cover email us at RGrindzCrew@gmail.com and we would be happy to talk about it --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-10-2053 minR'GrindzWhere are all the Restaurant's Going?Today we talk about the future of the independently owned and operated restaurant's vs the big chain restaurant's and we also talk about meal prep business and how that could help struggling restaurant's --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-10-1251 minR'GrindzGrinding Supply ChainsIn this episode we do a deep dive into an article that covers the restaurant industry and the state of affairs' that its in now and possible where its going --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-10-0559 minR'GrindzGrindn' with a GuestToday we have a guest that gives his perspective on the masks in restaurant's and how it has effected the restaurant business and what the future might be, then we go through the Island Questions with our guest and the answers are amazing ...--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-09-2158 minR'GrindzGrinding with Chef TimThis week we had another great guest, Chef Tim, fresh from Oregon, now living in San Diego and we go through some of his work history and then he answers the Island Questions. Take a listen and get to know a chef that has been doing it for almost 40 years........... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-09-0853 minR'GrindzGrindz with Chef Heather part 2We tackle a tough subject, woman in the commercial kitchen and why aren't there more? Then we share our famous Food Championship Brackets with Chef Heather and like any chef, she has thoughts --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-08-3154 min
R'GrindzGrindz with a GuestThis week we had a great chef in the studio and went over all kinds of fun topics and insights from our guest, and she answers the 'Island Questions' in ways that have never happened before. Enjoy the pod and let us know if there is anything you want us to cover @ RGrindzcrew@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-08-1753 minR'GrindzWhat's cost got to do with it??So ever wonder why owners and managers dont know the numbers? What's your favorite pizza topping, email us at RGridnzcrew@gmail.com and we will go over them on the next episode --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-08-1240 minR'GrindzGrinding It OutWe changed the name but the content is still relevant and important and hopefully funny , give it a listen and then email us at RGrindzCrew@gmail.com with any of your questions, thoughts, or even topics you want us to discuss --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-08-1258 minR'GrindzHow important is Social MediaHow important is Social Media--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-07-2749 minR'GrindzPart 2 Kitchen SlangLine Cook lingo, Hear who wins--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-07-2724 minR'GrindzR-GRINDZWhere did the hospitality go in the hospitality industry, not talking about the works, look right at you customers with your short attention span and attitude..........what's up give it a listen and see what your thoughts are.Todays show is sponsored by the letter 'M' and the number '7' --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-07-2053 minR'GrindzOwner and Visionary of Top SpinWOW! we have our first restaurant owner and this is a great episode and insight into owning and running a restaurant from someone who actually does it! this deserves a listen from everyone, if you want a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of owning your own restaurant this is the show for you !!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-06-2950 minR'GrindzTable 121 & 122Table 121 - we ask the long time question of what's the beef between the Front and Back of the House and how do we make them play nice together Table 122 - Food Trucks - benefits? What is the benefit to running a food truck and would you do it..Take a listen and let us know what you think at Big D's email --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-06-0853 minR'GrindzGet to know Big DWe did island questions with Big D and OH WOW!!! did we learn a lot, give it a listen and let us know what you think --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-05-251h 01R'GrindzMOVIE NIGHT!!Today we discuss the top movies that are based around food and they go way back on this list, some from 1971 all the way up to 2014 (I think) there are some surprises and some that just have to be on the list, but gie it a listen and see if your favorite movie made the list --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-05-1359 minR'GrindzVIP Table Special Guest NoahWe have Noah in studio this week and we get to learn about his background and the Island Questions get answered in the first segmentAfter the break we make up a lot of ground on the Food Championships Brackets and was there an upset in the brackets??? Give a listen and find out if your favorite food moved on--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-05-0454 minR'GrindzFire Table 119 n Table 120More of the Food Championship bracket to see who is going to be crowned victorious and a discussion on reopening the dining rooms in restaurant's --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-05-0452 minR'GrindzFiring Table 118 and 119More head to head bracket competition to see who is going to be crowned the ultimate food champion as well as another great discussion around labor in the industry --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-04-2759 minR'GrindzTable 116 and 117Time for the head to head challenge in the Food Bracket Championship's and Hammerhead asks a 15minute question that covers so much ground that we needed to bring in extra servers and food runners, Take a listen and enjoy the show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-04-2055 minR'GrindzTable 113 and 114This week we have a guest in the studio and ask him the island questions and then fold him into the ongoing Food Championship bracket, if you remember we had a few categories that resulted in a tie and we use out guest to break the ties and ask him for his input on the remain categories.Enjoy the episode and send feed back 'FIRE TABLE!!' --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-03-3159 minR'GrindzTable 111 and Firing Table 112Table 111 - We get into restaurant uniforms and how the front of the house and kitchen staff need to be comfortable and taking care ofTable 112 - we get into the Appetizer bracket, both hot and cold and the discussion only starts there--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-03-2554 minR'GrindzFire Next Table 108 and 109This week we go over the Seafood and Chicken bracket and its crazy to see which ones are going to represent their categories Then we discuss the way labor allocation is going to change the work style in commercial kitchens We are firing all the tables this week --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-03-1150 minR'GrindzFiring Table 106 and 107We discuss some new possible trends that could be coming for the restaurant industry and more Food Championships Bracket --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-03-0751 minR'GrindzFire Table - Guest ChefToday we interview our first guest to Fire Table.... and discuss her background and how she went from the Disney Channel to the Back of the House …Meet Chef Val --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-02-2354 minR'GrindzFire Table 101, 102, 103Table 101 - Todays topics are why you SHOULD get into the hospitability businessTable 102 - We get back into the Food Bracket and cover the segment of Entrée Salads - check it out to see if your salad wins Table 103 - We get to the Meat of the Food Bracket and go over best cuts of Steaks that is going to go up against the best Pork has to offer - listen in and see if your steak was selected to represent the Beef category --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm...
2021-02-2329 minR'GrindzEpisode 3 "Patios are open!"Get Hammerhead Tim take on the restaurant industry being open for take out. Chef Bo is excited too!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-02-0117 minR'GrindzWhat are we doing?This is a test run. Lets see how it sounds! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darin-redwine/message
2021-01-1314 min