In this conversation, we explore the evolving landscape of the hospitality industry, focusing on the entrepreneurial spirit of chefs who are diversifying their ventures beyond traditional restaurant settings. They discuss the importance of maintaining a connection to hospitality, the need for innovation, and the responsibility of chefs to keep the industry thriving through various projects and collaborations.

Takeaways

• Chefs are diversifying their income streams beyond restaurants.
• The entrepreneurial spirit is crucial for success in the industry.
• Experiences outside the kitchen enhance culinary skills.
• Maintaining restaurants is vital for job preservation.
• Ancillary revenue can drive traffic to restaurants.
• Learning from other industries can improve culinary business practices.
• Hospitality is about caring for guests and each other.
• Hard work is essential for profitability in the culinary world.
• The industry needs to return to its roots of hospitality.
• A culture of hospitality is necessary for sustainable business.

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