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Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D.

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Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D. is our Advice Guy and Professor of Culinary Arts and Science at Drexel University in Philadelphia. He is the co-author/editor of eight books, including The Anti-Inflammatory Family Cookbook (Simon & Schuster, 2021).

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Operations

How can I avoid double-booking catering gigs?

Even if your catering proposals have a low conversion rate, it’s a good idea to put a time limit on them and keep track of which proposals went out for each event date, Advice Guy says.

Workforce

When a foodservice employee fails a food-safety exam, who pays for the retake?

No one likes unexpected costs, Advice Guy says, but this one is modest and important.

Workforce

What questions should I be asking prospective foodservice employees?

It can be tough to predict how someone will perform on the job from an interview, Advice Guy says, but the more practical your questions are, the better.

Workforce

My recent hire didn’t work out. Do I still have to pay them for training?

Making a bad hiring decision doesn't get you out of paying for training, Advice Guy says.

Workforce

Is it OK to ask a job applicant for their preferred pronouns?

While this likely aims to show that your workplace is positive and inclusive, interview questions in general should be related to a candidate’s ability to do the job, Advice Guy says.

Operations

Is a vegan eatery automatically kosher?

Fruits, vegetables and grains are inherently kosher, Advice Guy says, but unless an establishment has rabbinical supervision and certification, it is not.

Workforce

Do I have a choice in where I get food safety certified?

The short answer is yes, says Advice Guy, though you will want to check with your local health department first.

Workforce

I’ve done everything I can think of to retain cooks. Why is none of it helping?

Labor challenges in foodservice are not going away. It might be time to think about ways to streamline your operation with a smaller team, Advice Guy says.

Workforce

How to calculate fringe benefits for foodservice employees

Fringe benefits represent the costs of an employee beyond their wages, which might include Medicare tax, paid sick days and healthcare, says Advice Guy.

Workforce

How do I keep cooks from quitting?

Since so many operations are seeking cooks, talented ones can practically choose their gig and may look for better circumstances elsewhere. But a few straightforward strategies can help keep cooks on staff, Advice Guy says.

Workforce

How can I stop time theft at my foodservice operation?

Making sure your training, documentation and policies are clear to staff is a good place to start, Advice Guy says.

Workforce

Here are some better ways to address dine-in customers

As staffing struggles continue, some foodservice workers might not receive hospitality training, resulting in insensitive or annoying language that can also inhibit sales, Advice Guy says.

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