Cooking Up Efficiency With Brian Bross

On this episode of Quality Time With MoreSteam, we serve up a delightful blend of culinary creativity and cutting-edge efficiency! MoreSteam eLearning project manager Brian Bross joins the show. Brian is a software engineer with a flavorful past as an executive chef in some of the most notable restaurants and organizations.

Brian and Dan will whisk you away on a journey through the bustling world of restaurant kitchens, where lean principles aren’t just about trimming the fat but also about crafting the perfect recipe for success. Discover how Brian sliced through the challenges of waste reduction, stirred up customer satisfaction, and seasoned processes with efficiency – all while keeping the kitchen team engaged and inspired.

Brian explains how lean methodologies can spice up supply chain management, maintain top-notch quality control, and foster innovation in menu development. And if you think lean is just for kitchens, think again! Our guest will share insights on how these savory strategies can be a recipe for success in any industry.

Quality Time With MoreSteam sets the table with a hearty serving of laughs, lessons, and lean insights that are sure to leave you hungry for more! Oh, and dad jokes.

 

In this episode, you will hear about:

3:00 - Brian's educational background

4:00 - How Brian got involved with cooking and the restaurant industry

8:49 - Brian's experiences with cooking and understanding Lean principles

9:44 - Challenges Brian faced in implementing Lean principles during his culinary career

11:49 - Reducing waste in the kitchen

14:06 - Process improvement and pizza

18:57 - Lean principles improving food quality (standard work)

20:44 - Supply chain management in a restaurant

22:39 - Lean principles supporting innovation

25:20 - Applying lessons from the restaurant industry to other industries

29:37 - Cooking at MoreSteam

32:07 - Dad jokes

 

Additional Resources:

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Brian Bross on LinkedIn

Dan Swartwout on LinkedIn

 

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