In this episode of FancyBread Adrian and Ed explore what it means to be a great employee versus a great coworker, the realities of being fired, and how workplace politics and networking shape restaurant careers. We’ll share insights on why people leave jobs, the importance of standing up for your team, and the value of always polishing your skills.

Chapters:
0:00 Ed's opener
2:28 Show start
3:02 Adrian's job count
3:58 Invincibility, and crossing lines
6:45 Employee vs coworker round 1
9:30 3 Point system?
11:22 Have we been fired? 24 Hour Rule
13:35 Preferred way to get fired
16:29 Those who fell from high places
18:00 That time Ed stood up for Adrian
22:50 The bright side of high turnover
25:32 Politics are a REAL thing EVERYWHERE...
26:40 Reasons people leave the restaurant industry
29:55 Self governance and what gets you fired
32:03 Poor performance
33:18 Violating company policies
34:00 Dishonesty or theft
36:21 Disrespect
37:07 Ed's pirate ship analogy
39:52 Backup plans, and the importance of networking
41:00 Employee vs coworker round 2
44:23 Network done wrong
48:42 Adrian's closer


A podcast about the restaurant industry.
New episodes out on Fridays!

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Website: https://www.fancybreadmiami.com
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The FancyBreadMiami Podcast is about a love/hate relationship between two food and beverage mercenaries with over 20 years of combined experience. We talk about the real, raw and sometimes misunderstood aspects of dining and working in the restaurant industry. Our mission: To educate, entertain, inspire, and connect.

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In this special Mother’s Day episode of ‘FancyBread’ Adrian, Ed, and guest Maritza explore the unique experiences of moms in the restaurant industry. Not only working on Mother’s Day but balancing motherhood with this demanding career. We highlight some of the challenges and joys these incredible women face. Join us for stories of ridicule, support, and the special bond between motherhood and hospitality.

Chapters:
0:00 Ed's opener
3:52 Show Start
5:43 How does mom feel about working on mother's day?
7:00 Children in restaurants
8:30 Mothers day lunch / brunch
10:06 Educating and Mothering our guest
14:54 Ed's theory on a*hole diners
19:19 Serving Moms
25:00 Unicorn kids, empty nesters, and escapist parents
27:59 When parents hate their kids
29:08 Being served by a pregnant server (showing)
30:30 The importance of a supportive environment
33:40 How does your kid feel about what you do?
34:43 Hollidays in the industry
38:11 Maternity leave
40:00 Just because you are pregnant doesn't mean...
44:40 Mother's on fine dining
45:50 Mom's schedule
46:53 Miami late night culture shock
50:00 It's OK, As long as you...
51:50 Moms and separation anxiety
52:53 Message to future mom's in the industry
57:57 Adrian's Closer


A podcast about the restaurant industry.
New episodes out on Fridays!

Also available on your preferred podcast platform.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fancybreadmiami/
Website: https://www.fancybreadmiami.com
Audio Podcast: https://fancybreadmiami.buzzsprout.com

The FancyBreadMiami Podcast is about a love/hate relationship between two food and beverage mercenaries with over 20 years of combined experience. We talk about the real, raw and sometimes misunderstood aspects of dining and working in the restaurant industry. Our mission: To educate, entertain, inspire, and connect.

#FancyBreadMiami #restaurantlife #serverlife #FancyFriday #mothersday

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Join us in this episode of Fancy Bread as we dive into ‘Big Tops’ or 'Big Groups' of diners with guest Derek & Nicole. We uncover the secrets of managing the chaos and handling their sometimes unrealistic expectations. We share some expert tips and stories that will help you stay on top of your game as a server or as the host of a big group of diners.

Chapters:
0:00 Ed's opener
0:35 Show Start
1:04 Do we enjoy dining in big groups?
6:48 What we like about serving big groups
8:22 How to greet a big group of diners
12:35 What we don't like about serving big groups
15:05 What screams chaos in a big top
20:55 Big top red flags
25:15 Tug of war over table control
28:05 Biggest group served alone & tips on how to
34:45 A tip for the Host of a big top
35:18 One of Ed's peeves for big tops
40:52 Ordering drinks for a big top
45:40 Another tip for the Host of a big top
46:46 How we serve big tops
49:04 Ed vs Children
51:32 Drinks and verbal contracts
52:42 Celebrities on big tops
54:56 Dream scenario and how to handle it
58:17 Miami handlers
59:52 Adrian's tips for big tops
1:05:12 The bill
1:08:37 Adrian's Closer


A podcast about the restaurant industry.
New episodes out on Fridays!

Also available on your preferred podcast platform.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fancybreadmiami/
Website: https://www.fancybreadmiami.com
Audio Podcast: https://fancybreadmiami.buzzsprout.com

The FancyBreadMiami Podcast is about a love/hate relationship between two food and beverage mercenaries with over 20 years of combined experience. We talk about the real, raw and sometimes misunderstood aspects of dining and working in the restaurant industry. Our mission: To educate, entertain, inspire, and connect.

#FancyBreadMiami #restaurantlife #serverlife #FancyFriday

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