Chef's PSA Podcast

In this episode of the Chef's PSA podcast, host Andre Natera shares various tips and tricks that can be useful to chefs in their daily kitchen operations. He discusses the importance of a kitchen set up with a finishing station, creative uses of the Cryovac machine for more than just vacuum packing, and the advantage of pre-hydrating xanthan gum for thickening. Andre also gives insights on eff...

Chef's PSA Podcast: Preparing for the Big Day & Surviving Major Events In this episode of Chef's PSA Podcast, host Chef Andre Natera discusses preparations for big culinary events like Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine's Day. He shares his experiences as an executive chef during big events, points out common mistakes, and provides suggestions for planning, staffing, menu creation, an...

Chef's PSA Podcast: Angry Brunch Episode   Host Andre Natera talks about his unfiltered, hilarious, and somewhat controversial dislike for brunch in this episode of the Chef's PSA Podcast. He humorously highlights the headaches and frustrations that many industry professionals face when dealing with brunch. Natera outlines the challenges of restaurant brunch service including last-minute c...

The Importance of Slow Success in the Culinary Field - Chef's PSA Podcast In this podcast episode, Host Andre Natera talks about the value of slow and diligent success versus rushed achievements in the culinary field. He discusses the urgency often prompted by social media, the importance of mentorship, and the risks of overly rapid career progression. Natera stresses the significance of gaini...

Join host Andre Natera in this episode of the Chef's PSA podcast as they discuss the essential path for altering your menu. The discussion includes understanding critical paths, menu brainstorming, the importance of training and approval by stakeholders, and the forward-thinking strategy of planning seasonal menus in advance. The episode also introduces the food cost Oracle AI app and shares i...

If you compromise on your standards it is a slippery slope to having none.   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.  🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/     📚 **ESSENTIAL READ...

Why using better ingredients is the secret to making great food. Discover the secret ingredient to culinary perfection in our latest episode. Dive in for a journey of precision and passion in the kitchen.   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary term...

Why is it important to pay attention to details in cooking or running a kitchen? Let’s cuss and discuss!   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.  🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroa...

Lets talk about what my TOP 2024 Food and Beverage industry trends are. Let’s cuss and discuss!   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.  🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/  ...

Why you can make something perfectly and Chefs will tell you that you're making it wrong. Let’s cuss and discuss!   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.  🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://ch...

If you want to have a great service, what are the steps you need to take to ensure its success? Let’s cuss and discuss!   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.  🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://...

Will A.I. replace you? What is it like being the F.N.G. for new cooks and chefs, what is in my crystal ball? Let’s cuss and discuss!   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.  🔗 Download on Gumro...

Most chefs never break through. Here's how to be the exception. In this episode of Chef’s PSA Podcast, André Natera lays out what it really takes to stand out in the culinary industry. He shares the difference between chefs who rise to the top and those who burn out—or fade away. Hear about André’s upcoming book Bad Chefs and Bad Cooks, and how new technologies like AI will play a role in the...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss some Red Flags to look out for when hiring and taking a job as a chef or cook. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURA...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how no matter how much things change some things remain the same. 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/    📖 **BUY MY BOOKS** 📖...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss the Social Currency of being a chef in a kitchen. How do you get "Street Cred". Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss How to Correct Course when things are not going correctly. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gu...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how times are changing in the culinary world, and how did we get here. We discuss some of the histories of kitchen culture.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumro...

In this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how to find out what type of chef you want to become. What is the correct career path for you, and how to leave a job as a professional. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss Kitchen Rust, as I tell you what it is like to step back into a kitchen after 2 years. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A...

In this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss the current staffing crisis facing the culinary industry. Why is everyone working harder and getting nowhere? Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONA...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss how to find your unique cooking style and do you have one? What is your food? Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURAN...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we discuss the old saying “You’re only as good as your last meal”. Let’s break it down on what that means and how you can escape this.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES, CULINARY DICTIONARY, GUIDE TO OPENING A RESTAURANT 🔗 Download on Gumro...

On this episode of Chef’s PSA, we get into why a Cook isn't a Chef + My Top 10 Cookbooks!  Unlock the key differences between a cook and a chef, and get the lowdown on the must-have cookbooks that every culinary enthusiast should own.   📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are appreciated but not required. 100 BASIC RECIPES...

Master Kitchen Etiquette with Chef's PSA! Dive into the intricacies of professional kitchen etiquette and learn the unwritten rules that every aspiring chef should know! Hit play now on Chef's PSA to make sure you're not just cooking food—you're cooking up success! 📚 **FREE EBOOKS FOR CHEFS!** 📚 Get your hands on my free eBooks to elevate your cooking skills! Donations are apprec...