In this episode of the Chef's PSA podcast, host Andre Natera shares various tips and tricks that can be useful to chefs in their daily kitchen operations. He discusses the importance of a kitchen set up with a finishing station, creative uses of the Cryovac machine for more than just vacuum packing, and the advantage of pre-hydrating xanthan gum for thickening. Andre also gives insights on effective kitchen practices like using a scale for multiple measurements, using green oil, grinding vegetab...
Feb 18, 2024•23 min
Chef's PSA Podcast: Preparing for the Big Day & Surviving Major Events In this episode of Chef's PSA Podcast, host Chef Andre Natera discusses preparations for big culinary events like Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine's Day. He shares his experiences as an executive chef during big events, points out common mistakes, and provides suggestions for planning, staffing, menu creation, and crisis management. Chef Andre also recommends several helpful resources to budding chefs and gives a sneak pee...
Feb 12, 2024•16 min
Chef's PSA Podcast: Angry Brunch Episode Host Andre Natera talks about his unfiltered, hilarious, and somewhat controversial dislike for brunch in this episode of the Chef's PSA Podcast. He humorously highlights the headaches and frustrations that many industry professionals face when dealing with brunch. Natera outlines the challenges of restaurant brunch service including last-minute customer walk-ins, menu planning, overworking, wastage, and coping with hangovers. Despite understanding the bu...
Feb 04, 2024•14 min
The Importance of Slow Success in the Culinary Field - Chef's PSA Podcast In this podcast episode, Host Andre Natera talks about the value of slow and diligent success versus rushed achievements in the culinary field. He discusses the urgency often prompted by social media, the importance of mentorship, and the risks of overly rapid career progression. Natera stresses the significance of gaining comprehensive experience by thoroughly working through all kitchen roles. He warns against the hazard...
Jan 29, 2024•14 min
Join host Andre Natera in this episode of the Chef's PSA podcast as they discuss the essential path for altering your menu. The discussion includes understanding critical paths, menu brainstorming, the importance of training and approval by stakeholders, and the forward-thinking strategy of planning seasonal menus in advance. The episode also introduces the food cost Oracle AI app and shares ideas on how AI could potentially streamline menu changes. Andre stresses the need for balance between cr...
Jan 21, 2024•19 min
If you compromise on your standards it is a slippery slope to having none. 📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘 Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills. 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚 Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary ...
Jan 14, 2024•17 min
Why using better ingredients is the secret to making great food. Discover the secret ingredient to culinary perfection in our latest episode. Dive in for a journey of precision and passion in the kitchen. 📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘 Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills. 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.co...
Jan 08, 2024•18 min
Why is it important to pay attention to details in cooking or running a kitchen? Let’s cuss and discuss! 📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘 Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills. 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚 Advance your culinary career with our must-read co...
Dec 31, 2023•18 min
Lets talk about what my TOP 2024 Food and Beverage industry trends are. Let’s cuss and discuss! 📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘 Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills. 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚 Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection,...
Dec 24, 2023•16 min
Why you can make something perfectly and Chefs will tell you that you're making it wrong. Let’s cuss and discuss! 📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘 Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills. 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚 Advance your culinary career with our mus...
Dec 17, 2023•21 min
If you want to have a great service, what are the steps you need to take to ensure its success? Let’s cuss and discuss! 📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘 Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills. 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚 Advance your culinary career with o...
Dec 11, 2023•16 min
Will A.I. replace you? What is it like being the F.N.G. for new cooks and chefs, what is in my crystal ball? Let’s cuss and discuss! 📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘 Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills. 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚 Advance your culinary ...
Dec 03, 2023•20 min
Most chefs never break through. Here's how to be the exception. In this episode of Chef’s PSA Podcast, André Natera lays out what it really takes to stand out in the culinary industry. He shares the difference between chefs who rise to the top and those who burn out—or fade away. Hear about André’s upcoming book Bad Chefs and Bad Cooks, and how new technologies like AI will play a role in the future of the kitchen. Whether you're a line cook, sous chef, or dreaming of Michelin stars, this episod...
Nov 26, 2023•18 min
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss some Red Flags to look out for when hiring and taking a job as a chef or cook. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in your culina...
Nov 26, 2023•21 min•Ep. 74
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how no matter how much things change some things remain the same. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in your culinary growth with my essential books! - Culinary Leadership Fundamentals - Bad Sous ...
Nov 11, 2023•18 min
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss the Social Currency of being a chef in a kitchen. How do you get "Street Cred". Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in your culin...
Nov 05, 2023•16 min
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss How to Correct Course when things are not going correctly. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in your culinary growth with my es...
Oct 29, 2023•16 min•Ep. 70
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how times are changing in the culinary world, and how did we get here. We discuss some of the histories of kitchen culture. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in your culinary growth with my essen...
Oct 22, 2023•25 min•Ep. 69
In this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how to find out what type of chef you want to become. What is the correct career path for you, and how to leave a job as a professional. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa...
Oct 15, 2023•23 min•Ep. 68
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss Kitchen Rust, as I tell you what it is like to step back into a kitchen after 2 years. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in you...
Oct 08, 2023•15 min
In this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss the current staffing crisis facing the culinary industry. Why is everyone working harder and getting nowhere? Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY B...
Oct 01, 2023•19 min
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how to find your unique cooking style and do you have one? What is your food? Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in your culinar...
Sep 23, 2023•18 min
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss the old saying “You’re only as good as your last meal”. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/ 📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖 Invest in your culinary growth with my essen...
Sep 17, 2023•11 min
On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we get into why a Cook isn't a Chef + My Top 10 Cookbooks! Unlock the key differences between a cook and a chef, and get the lowdown on the must-have cookbooks that every culinary enthusiast should own. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/...
Sep 10, 2023•24 min
Master Kitchen Etiquette with Chef's PSA! Dive into the intricacies of professional kitchen etiquette and learn the unwritten rules that every aspiring chef should know! Hit play now on Chef's PSA to make sure you're not just cooking food—you're cooking up success! 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad...
Sep 03, 2023•29 min
Ever wondered what it takes to excel as a sous chef in a top kitchen? Look no further. In this eye-opening episode of Chef's PSA, we dive into the unspoken rules, essential skills, and psychological tactics that set great sous chefs apart from the rest. From always making your head chef shine to never leaving before they do, learn the dos and don'ts of being a second-in-command that everyone wants in their kitchen. If you're an aspiring chef or already in the culinary field, this episode is your...
Aug 28, 2023•24 min
Dive deep into the riveting journey of a chef's ambition and resilience in the competitive culinary world. In this revealing episode, we unravel the mental strategies that paved the way to opening a standout restaurant and ascending to the zenith of the city's gastronomic scene. From the spark of a dream to the challenges faced and victories celebrated, it's a raw, honest, and inspirational account of what it truly takes to make a mark in the culinary universe. For every chef, restaurateur, and ...
Aug 19, 2023•16 min
Step into the competitive world of culinary job interviews with confidence and flair! This episode of Chef's Playbook dives deep into the tactics that set you apart in the chef's hiring arena. From dressing to impress to mastering the nuances of body language, we've got you covered. We'll also reveal the secrets to catching an employer's eye and how relentless pursuit can turn that interview into your dream job. Whether you're a budding chef or a seasoned pro, these insights will sharpen your ed...
Aug 13, 2023•22 min
Step into the vibrant world of menu creation with Chef's PSA. In this episode, we unravel the intricate dance between profitability and sheer culinary creativity. Learn how a dish transitions from an idea to a profitable menu item while keeping its creative flair alive. Understand the strategies behind attracting patrons, and dive deep into the collaborative magic that brings a dish to life. For anyone passionate about the culinary arts, from budding chefs to avid foodies, this is an invaluable ...
Aug 06, 2023•28 min
Unveil the final secrets of food cost management in Episode 3 of our series on Chef's PSA. Learn about regular inventory checks, intelligent menu creation, and prioritizing quality over low costs. Empower your culinary journey and restaurant's growth. Listen to the full series, apply these insights, and watch your business thrive. Don't forget to follow us for more chef insights and tips! Go to www.chefspsa.com to get all the book and learn more.
Jul 30, 2023•17 min
