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Turning the Table Podcast

Turning the Table Is the most progressive weekly podcast for today's food and beverage industry, featuring staff-centric operating solutions for restaurants in the #newhospitalityculture.

Join Jim Taylor of Benchmark Sixty and Adam Lamb of Chef Life Coaching as they "turn the tables" on the prevailing operating assumptions of running a restaurant in favor of innovative solutions to our industry's most persistent challenges.

Recent Episodes

Oct. 3, 2023

Jaime Mansour | Elevate Your Restaurant's Performance through Communi…

"Don't focus on the PNL to manage the PNL; focus on your people." ~ Jaime Mansour Do you want to create a thriving restaurant business with a motivated and loyal staff? Are you searching for a proven solution to improve …

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Sept. 23, 2023

Scot Turner | Why Investing in Training and Development Leads to Grea…

Scot Turner | Why Investing in Training and Development Leads to Greater Employee Satisfaction "We're in an amazing period now, where the workforce is more creative than ever. It's time to embrace technology and different values and unleash our industry's …

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Aug. 25, 2023

Revamping Your Workforce: How Michael Lennox Transformed Employee Car…

Discover the shocking truth behind employee care and retention in the hospitality industry as Michael Lennox shares his revolutionary approach. But when faced with the mounting pressure of high turnover rates, will his methods withstand the test or crumble under …

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Aug. 22, 2023

Creating Memorable Experiences: TJ Schier's Secrets for Success in th…

Witness the astonishing journey of TJ Schier, whose path took an unexpected turn, propelling him to the forefront of the competitive socializing industry. "You have to keep your brand relevant and fresh. At some point, the ne...

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Aug. 20, 2023

Taking the Culinary World by Storm: Propel Your Career with Expert Co…

Do you want to enhance your culinary career and unlock greater growth opportunities? Are you searching for a solution that can bring you improved career clarity and advancement in the culinary industry? Then look no further! By enlisting the expertise …

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Aug. 1, 2023

Unlocking Success: Geoff Alexander's Recipe for Restaurant Innovation

Get ready to be inspired by the extraordinary journey of Geoff Alexander, a true pioneer in the restaurant industry. His story is filled with unexpected twists and turns that will leave you in awe. From humble beginnings to now standing …

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Recent Blog Posts

Creating a Positive and Inclusive Culture in the Hospitality Industry

The hospitality industry is undergoing a much-needed transformation to address issues such as toxic workplace cultures and poor working conditions. The pandemic shutdown further highlighted the challenges faced by hospitality professionals, resultin…

5 Proven Tactics for Motivating Your Restaurant Staff and Increasing Productivity

"Win today, A.M. and P.M. Let's just win today, and then we can talk about tomorrow." - Jaime Mansour Understanding the importance of focusing on staff mental health and well-being in the food and beverage industry is crucial. This need becomes…

Boosting Employee Satisfaction and Loyalty: Michael Lennox's Secrets for Success

If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by high turnover rates and a constant struggle to retain skilled employees in your restaurant, then you are not alone! Despite efforts to offer competitive wages and benefits, you may find that your sta…

About the Hosts

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Adam Lamb

Co-Host

Chef Adam is a highly regarded consultant for the hospitality industry on change management, improving organizational culture and internal community building. He speaks on the topics of mental health awareness and addiction in the industry, rites of passage, initiation and other’s men’s topics.

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Jim Taylor

Co-Host

After over 20 years in hospitality management, Jim realized there is a gap in developing management understanding and business optimization strategy. Now more than ever, the industry needs these systems to dig its way out of the hole it finds itself in.

Jim created a system that works by working side by side with executives, analysts, and on-premise management. Every time.

Now he works with restaurateurs, owners, and management to educate them from the top down on how to optimize productivity in their businesses and make results more predictable and results easier to understand.

Along the way, improving employee experience, management experience, and customer experience.

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