The Modern Waiter Podcast
The Podcast For People Interested in Restaurant Service industry. The Modern Waiter Restaurant Podcast fun discussions and interviews relating to the service industry that are relevant to both restaurant workers and guests. Have you ever wondered what your waiter or waitress is thinking? Have you ever wondered how a restaurant works behind the scenes? Perhaps you worked in the service industry and laughed while discovering that all restaurant employees are the same. We have all dined at restaurants many times. The Modern Waiter Podcast helps restaurant patrons enjoy their experience by giving them a look behind the industry curtain. “I want to show the world that a career in the restaurant business can be a legitimate profession.” - Marlon Joseph, Host of The Premier Restaurant Podcast. Restaurant guest, managers, chefs, waiters and waitresses are all represented well by this show. Contact us at https://www.themodernwaiter.com/
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What’s In My Apron: 30-Year Server’s Must-Haves. After three decades on the floor, these are the tools I never work a shift without. In this video, I break down every item I carry, why it matters, and how it saves time, tips, and sanity during a busy service.
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Are you handing strangers your “toilet phone”? In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, Veteran restaurant servers discuss how Your Phone Is 10x Dirtier Than a Toilet. Your cell phone has germs you can’t see and we tell you how to clean them. Over 30 years in the service industry has made me aware of the drawbacks from working with the public. People ask me to take pictures with their cell phones and it is always a ...
Does soaking silverware in a glass of hot water actually sanitize it? In this episode, two veteran restaurant servers (30+ years in the industry) debunk the “hot water myth” and explain what really sanitizes silverware, why plastic utensils aren’t a safer alternative, and how to dine smarter without introducing new risks like microplastics.
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As longtime servers in the restaurant industry, we've watched Red Lobster go through quite the journey, from being America's go-to middle-class seafood celebration spot to dealing with pandemic struggles, that whole unlimited shrimp disaster, bankruptcy, and now a complete rebrand under new CEO Damola Adamolekun .
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Have you ever looked at a menu and thought, "Wait, what does that mean?" Do you know the difference between flammable and inflammable? In this podcast episode, we're breaking down the most confusing words in English that are found in food labels and restaurant menus. We are covering common words that don't always mean what you think they do.
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In this podcast, we are ranking the top 10 national breakfast food chain restaurants. Service, nostalgia, and number of locations are among some of the metrics used in our rankings. You may love a classic diner, or you were looking for a new restaurant that serves breakfast. See why these restaurants have earned their spot on our list. Listen as we breakdown what makes each of these restaurants stand out and why they de...
You won’t believe the bizarre things customers ask for. From splitting a check six ways for four people to someone pulling a baked potato out of her purse. We’ve seen it all. In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, we’re sharing the absolute weirdest, funniest, and most confusing requests we’ve ever gotten from restaurant guests. Ever been asked to make a quiche with no eggs? Or a plain fish that isn’t boring? Ho...
Many restaurants claim their dishes are homemade, but that’s not always the case. We are uncovering the truth behind one of the biggest lies in the restaurant industry: "homemade" food. Homemade pasta may mean pasta made by a local purveyor. Are you being duped by your favorite restaurant?
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People steal from Restaurants and call it a "Souvenir" and add it to their "Collection". In todays podcast episode, long time career waiters countdown down the Top 10 Craziest Things People Have Stolen from Restaurants. Silverware and ramekins to liquor bottles and even wall décor, we’ve seen it all, and done it all.
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Long time waiters tell stories of what really goes down when customers treat waitstaff poorly. We endure threats and poor treatment. Sometime we forget that there are people in the waiter uniform and that they are handling your food. This podcast episode reveals why being kind isn't just polite, it’s smart.
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Ordering wine at a restaurant doesn’t have to be intimidating. In this podcast episode Danny and I, waiters of over 50 years combined give you a simple guideline to ordering wine at any style restaurant. We will walk you through everything you need to know; decoding the wine list, how to confidently talk to a sommelier, what to do during the taste test, and even corkage fees when bringing your own bottle.
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Ever wondered how much strippers really make in a night? From dancers at high-end gentlemen's clubs to those working at seedy strip joints, we're lifting the lid on the shocking truth about strippers' nightly earnings. We watch exotic dancers count their money and provide a bit of context to their success in their profession.
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What’s the greatest handheld food of all time? In this podcast episode we rank the most iconic grab-and-go bites. Find out if we missed any of your favorites.
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Ever wondered what really happens during a restaurant shift? From pre-shift setup to the dinner rush and closing chaos, this behind-the-scenes look will change how you see restaurant workers forever.
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We have all gone to a restaurant and confidently placed our order. We have heard these items many times before, however you may be mispronouncing these common words. Many items in the culinary world are borrowed from other countries that often speak a different language. We are here to boost your confidence and correct these common mistakes so you can order and avoid looking foolish.
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Seasoned restaurant waiters reveal the dining mistakes and teach you how to dine like a boss. Where to place your napkin to how to signal you’re done with your meal.
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Do you know where your tip money goes? This podcast dives into how service industry workers get paid, focusing on how much of their pay comes from tips. We'll explore the ins and outs of sharing tips to support staff and what happens to the money before it ends up in the server's pocket, so you can better understand restaurant operations.
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We break down how to master the art of upselling without being pushy. From wine and appetizers to desserts and after-dinner drinks, we give you actionable strategies, key phrases, and expert advice to enhance the guest experience and your income.
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The ‘No Tax on Tips Act’ (H.R. 482) is making headlines! In this episode, we break down the proposed bill that could eliminate income taxes on tips for restaurant servers, bartenders, and beauty service workers. If passed, tips up to $25,000 per year would be tax-free, helping countless workers in traditionally tipped industries.
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DoorDash just dropped a whopping $5 BILLION! But what does this massive investment mean for the future of restaurants?
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