The Pre-Shift
Great teams make great restaurants. On The Pre-Shift, restaurant operators and industry experts dive into what it takes to build great restaurant teams. We explore their stories, the strategies they use, and valuable lessons on running restaurant teams. Hosted by D. J. Costantino. Presented by 7shifts.
Podcasting since 2020 • 74 episodes
The Pre-Shift
Latest Episodes
Franchising isn't an exit strategy—it's a full-time job with Shawn Saraga | 067
What does it truly take to turn a successful restaurant into a scalable franchise? In this episode, D.J. sits down with Shawn Saraga, a franchise development expert who has been involved in opening nearly 1,000 franchise locations. Shawn shares...
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Episode 67
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What do restaurant investors really want? unlocking the financial trifecta with Garrett Mills | 066
What does it truly take to grow a restaurant concept from a single unit to a multi-location brand? In this episode, we're joined by Garrett Mills, Partner at Uncommon Brands, for a deep dive into the world of restaurant growth and investment. G...
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Episode 66
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31:00
The franchise playbook: A CEO’s guide to restaurant expansion with Troy Hooper | 065
What does it take to grow a restaurant from a single location to a global phenomenon? In this episode, D.J. sits down with Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palate America, the holding company for the rapidly expanding Japanese fast-casual brand, Pepper ...
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Episode 65
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AI is here, but your story is your superpower | Shawn Walchef, Cali BBQ | 064
The restaurant industry is at a crossroads, with two powerful forces shaping its future. On one hand, there's the explosive growth of AI and automation, a major topic at the recent National Restaurant Association Show. On the other, there's the...
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Episode 64
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Can restaurants survive without traditional tipping? | Katie Button (Reupload) | 063
The restaurant industry has long struggled with the divide between front and back-of-house compensation. In this archive episode of The Pre-Shift Podcast, Chef Katie Button of Cúrate and La Bodega by Cúrate in Asheville reveals how she complete...
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