Hosted by Vernon Barrett-Dozier Jr · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 12 episodes
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Welcome all food experts, connoisseurs and aficionados alike to 8ighty 6ix! A podcast for the true FOODIES & HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONALS! We dive deep into the lives, challenges, experiences, accomplishments and everyday grind that is the hospitality industry all while having fun! All BOH, FOH & FOODIES come hang out and have a great time and eye-opening listen. With a variety of special guest, we get a lot of different perspectives and stories. Make sure you give this podcast a rating! Tell the hospitality person that you know about 8ighty 6ix. They won't be disappointed!!IG:__8ighty6ix
Vernon Barrett-Dozier Jr hosts 8ighty 6ix, a arts show with 12 episodes published.
In the Season 1 finale of 8ighty 6ix , we reflect on the growth, conversations, and journey that built this podcast from the ground up. From discussions about the restaurant industry , kitchen culture , chef life, leader
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , we dive into one of the most stressful moments in the restaurant industry —the day the health inspector walks in. From the tension before the inspection to the aftermath once the score is
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , we break down one of the biggest misconceptions in the restaurant industry and kitchen culture —the difference between flavor and seasoning. A lot of people use the terms interchangeably,
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , we break down the real conversation around salary vs hourly pay in the restaurant and hospitality industry —and why a promotion doesn’t always mean an upgrade. From longer hours and added
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , I sit down with Todd Falter to talk about his journey through the hospitality industry —starting in the bowling department at Brunswick and working his way up to becoming a General Manager
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , I sit down with Chef Bill York to talk about his journey through the restaurant industry —from Seattle kitchens to hospital food service, and from Front of House to Back of House leadershi
Brunch isn’t just another shift — it’s one of the most demanding services in the restaurant industry.In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down what really goes into brunch service, from early mornings and menu changeo
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , we dive into what it’s really like working in a hospital kitchen . While many people assume hospital food lacks creativity or quality, the reality is often very different. We talk about th
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , I sit down with Joshua Harvey — also known as Chef Vinci — producer, chef, comedian, and actor. We take it back to where it all started: meeting at the Hilton Atlanta and working together
Why do chefs bounce around so much? In the restaurant industry , it’s normal to see chefs move from kitchen to kitchen. But is it lack of loyalty… or survival? In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , we break down why so many pr
Front of House vs Back of House. It’s a battle that’s been going on in restaurants forever. In this episode of 8ighty 6ix , we break down the ongoing FOH vs BOH divide —where it started, why it still exists, and how misc
Every kitchen has a vibe—and you feel it the second you walk in. In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down kitchen dynamics: the unspoken rules, the personalities, the tension, and the chemistry that can either make a
New Episode Out Now In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, I’m talking about working in a steakhouse—from my experiences at Longhorn Steakhouse to Ruth’s Chris and everything in between. Different logos. Different price points.
RE-Uploaded In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down the real differences between hotels, restaurants, and country clubs and what each environment truly offers chefs and hospitality professionals. This episode gives
This episode is for anyone who’s ever worked hospitality and said, “Yeah… people have no idea what this job is really like.” I’m joined by Chantz Jackson, a Housekeeping Manager at a 600-room hotel, and we get into every
On this order of 8ighty 6ix, we sit down with the incredible Mariah Glass for a deep, honest, and inspiring conversation about life in the service industry. From navigating busy shifts to leading teams with purpose, Mari
Thinking about becoming a chef? In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we sit down with a seasoned culinary pro Chef Vern Jr to break down what it really takes to thrive in the kitchen. From the long hours and high-pressure envi
On this episode of 8ighty 6ix we have Jamieson Holloway aka Chef Jamie, one of the young hot chefs in ATL! Listen to him talk about his upbringing and how it pushed him to keep pursuing his culinary dreams. We talk about
Welcome back to 8ighty 6ix! Today we are here with David Gonzales, seasoned FOH worker who is currently a shift supervisor. Today we dive into how Zaxby's started his hospitality journey & how he gets ready for a Friday
Today we sit down with Lauren Hatcher, Gm of Tio Luchos. We discuss how she transitioned from Cosmetology to Hospitality. We go through our Muss & Turners adventures and how the state of the industry has changed. We go i
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