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I Hope No One Heard That

Antonio Sims & Nick Mckee

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Just two friends talking. We plan to use our platform to bring on guest that are trying to expand the same way we are. We want to hear you guys stories, trails, hard times, and everything it took to get where you are today. Anywhere from restaurant owners, clothing brands, resellers, hair stylist, nail techs, lash techs, athletes, etc. If you are interested in being a guest and you have something you want to promote feel free to reach out to us.
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Best Served

Jensen Cummings

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Acknowledging and celebrating our Unsung Hospitality Heroes. We value WHY and WHO before what and how in the industry. It's too easy to get caught up in the minutia of what we do and how we do it. Join Chef Jensen Cummings as he talks to industry leaders about the people that have been there through the trials and triumphs of their lives and careers. From childhood guides to ass kicking mentors to the team members in the trenches making it all happen. Help us celebrate these rockstars!
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, I welcome Jamie Kenyon, Executive Chef and Partner of Bottino in New York City.He discusses his career progression, beginning with French cuisine and transitioning into Italian, highlighting the influence of mentors.Jamie emphasizes the importance of hard work, continuous learning, and the pivota…
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Join host Roger Beaudoin on the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast as he sits down with Rich Clark, co-founder of C&S Restaurant Group, to discuss the secrets to staying competitive in Atlanta's bustling restaurant scene. Rich shares insights into overcoming challenges like inflation, labor costs, and growing a successful restaurant team. Discover how hi…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, I speak with Dan & Conor Sullivan, , the brothers behind Bumpa's.Hear their story of leaving corporate jobs to pursue a family-inspired vision, the challenges they faced (including opening during the COVID-19 pandemic), and the key factors that have made Bumpa's a beloved local establishment. Fro…
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Send us a text Back with another banger! Another Laurens, SC artist has came through to give us some game about being a rapper from a small city. He recently released a few songs with another South Carolina artist. Make sure you go check them out and don't miss this episode!Antonio Sims & Nick Mckee
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, I welcome Chef Julian Medina. We discuss his restaurant portfolio, his leadership style and team culture as well as: how he monitors critical restaurant numbers, how he maintains and grows margins, some of his best practices and even his appearance on “Iron Chef America”.Thank you to our sponsors…
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Ryan discusses the importance of automation and engineering in enhancing kitchen safety and efficiency. Learn about Total Oil Management and Auto Mist, services designed to streamline oil handling and hood cleaning, respectively. Discover how these technologies reduce risks, save costs, and improve overall kitchen operations. Stay tuned for insight…
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Join us on the Restaurant Rockstars podcast as Chef Andy shares his culinary journey from high school ice cream shop to a prominent chef in Charleston. Discover his experiences working with top restaurateurs and the importance of teamwork and mentorship in the restaurant kitchen. Learn about his dynamic kitchen environment, menu innovation, sustain…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I am joined by Chris Tripoli, founder of Multiple Concepts. We discuss Chris's extensive career in the restaurant industry, starting as a busboy and evolving into a concept developer, owner-operator, and consultant. Key topics include the importance of passion, mentorship, systems, financial acum…
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This episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Hunter Evans, a chef driven by early inspirations from his grandmother in New Orleans. Hunter shares his journey from the Culinary Institute of America to working with Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group. He established his restaurant Elvie's in Jackson…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast Brett Linkletter, co-founder of Dishio, delves into the transformative power of restaurant technology and marketing strategies. We explore how restaurants can leverage digital menus, smart data collection, and innovative marketing techniques to enhance customer experiences, boost profitability, an…
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Send us a text Local artist from Laurens came through to sit down and tell us about his early life as a new artist and his plans for the future. He brought some friends with him and they surely came to give us a laugh. This one is defiantly a don't want to miss episode.Antonio Sims & Nick Mckee
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In this episode on the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Gail Kurpgeweit, Gail has had great success launching over 100 restaurant brand products for scale and getting them placed in major supermarkets and famous name big box stores.Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/…
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In this week’s episode on the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with David McClaskey, a 50-year trainer who shares that effective restaurant training cultivates excellence in both employees and entire organizations. Listen as David tells us the secrets to effective restaurant training including: • The meaning of leadership and how to shift…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Carsten Johannsen and Gary Wallach, restaurateur Co-Founding Partners of Renwick Hospitality Group who are blazing their own unique path in New York City.The Restaurant Profit Maximizer will show you proven ways to BOOST your restaurant bottom line. You have Nothing to lose but …
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Send us a text This episode we have a guest known as KB Vermo also known as KoolBoy Vermo. Upcoming rapper from Greenwood, SC is making a comeback after being out of the rap scene for almost five years. He talks about his new single 'Back On BS' and talks about his new mixtape he has that was just released not too long ago! Another don't want to mi…
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I’m speaking with Kacie Dancy, daughter of the Founder and V.P. of Operations at Pop’s Beef, a 17-location company that’s loved by its guests, employees and communities that it serves. Listen as Kacie tells us the secrets to restaurant longevity including: • Her key-lessons learned from growing up in this family restaurant• All the pieces that have…
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Today on the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Mike Bausch, the co-founder and visionary behind Antolini’s Worldwide Hospitality Group with 7 concepts in 12 locations.Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy:…
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Send us a text This episode TyCurry came and sat with us to give some game on going viral, content creation, and more. Going viral has become too easy for him being one of the biggest TikTok famous people in South Carolina. Another don't want to miss episode out now!Antonio Sims & Nick Mckee
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I speak with restaurant training guru Rachael Nemeth.Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: https://restaurantrockstars.com/profits/Rock Your Restaurant - Enroll Your Team in the Restaurant Academy:We will train your entire team to up level your business, maximize sales an…
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Send us a text Today we sit down with one of South Carolinas hottest dj's/promoters. He has defiantly proved himself to be one of the greats with a decade of experience, hard work, and dedication to what he does. He tells us what it has been like being a dj and how hard it was when he first started to have his own events and how much work it took f…
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Today on the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Gregg Majewski, the former CEO of Jimmy Johns, who’s now growing Craveworthy Brand’s multiple concepts in 24 states and counting. The Restaurant Profit Maximizer will show you proven ways to BOOST your restaurant bottom line. https://restaurantrockstars.com/profitmaximizer Connect with us…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rock Stars podcast, Roger chats with Reed Adelson, founder of Virginia's in New York City. Listen to Reed's inspiring founder's story, his navigation through family traditions, the fierce competition of NYC's restaurant scene, and overcoming various challenges. Gain insights on onboarding, staff training, marketing…
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In this engaging episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, host Roger Beaudoin is joined by David Rycyna, CEO of Cirrus, to discuss the transformative power of digital signage for restaurants. They delve into the importance of visibility, guest engagement, and brand building, emphasizing how customizable LED signs can set a restaurant apart from…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, host Roger Beaudoin chats with Mathew, a seasoned expert in the hospitality industry. Mathew shares his journey from a small town in Ohio to becoming a strategic leader in national restaurant operations.[FREE] Learn the Top 3 Restaurant Profit Killers and how to fix them: https://restaurantrockst…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast, Roger welcomes Court, a seasoned restaurant marketing guru and coach. They delve into various strategies for effective restaurant marketing, from building a lead generation database and managing time effectively to creating captivating social media content on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. …
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Send us a text This episode we had one of the hottest rappers in South Carolina come on with some of his crew and talk about some of the things he's been through as an ongoing and upcoming rapper. We got to hear what he thinks of other rappers around the area and got to hear some opinions on topics he might not get asked too often. This was defiant…
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In this episode of The Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, Roger chats with Larry, of P3 Cost Analysts, about how restaurants and hospitality businesses can save significant amounts of money on non-payroll expenses. Larry explains that P3 Cost Analysts specializes in reducing costs for telecom, utilities, waste management, and more—achieving savings from…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I speak with Debbie Roxarzade, the Founder of Rachel’s Kitchen. Debbie built seven successful restaurants in Los Angeles and then decided to move her restaurant business to Las Vegas. What’s her secret sauce?Listen as Debbie speaks about restaurant business success including: • Key-learnings that…
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For just $7, The Restaurant Profit Maximizer course will show you proven ways to boost profit in your restaurant. Check it out - https://restaurantrockstars.com/profitmaximizerThe Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinac…
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The Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/👉 Show Notes: https://bit.ly/E389RRPThis episode of the Restaurant Rockstars podcast features an in-depth conversation with Steve Shlemon, the President of and a key figu…
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The Restaurant Profit Maximizer course will show you proven ways to boost profit in your restaurant: https://restaurantrockstars.com/sp/restaurant-profitsThe Restaurant Academy: Everything you need to know to optimize profits, maximize sales and train your team in restaurant fundamentals! https://restaurantrockstars.com/joinacademy/This episode of …
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Send us a text This episode we had a loctician who's best known under her brand Silky Strandz. She also goes by the name Asha. She sat down and talked with us about the life of a hairstylist, what it's like, the ups and downs, and why she prefers locs over doing all hair. Another don't want to miss episode out now!…
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In this episode Jason Brooks and I discuss the importance of hospitality, leadership, and company culture in the restaurant industry.Jason emphasizes the role of accountability, the significance of onboarding, and the power of coaching in building effective teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences. They also touch on the challenges faced …
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Anne Beiler, the founder of international restaurant success story “Auntie Anne’s Pretzels”. Anne learned the meaning of hard work, integrity, and persistence at an early age, but had many moments of doubt and lack of confidence. Despite all odds and immense personal tragedy, An…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Jim Collins, the owner of Town Kitchen and Grill in California. Jim wasn’t born from the restaurant business, but he certainly has a way with running a successful restaurant and leading his employees to greatness!Listen as Jim shares his story, failures, successes, and his philo…
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This business is all about “SHOW BIZ! Guests don’t just come into a restaurant for food & drink, they’re looking for an experience. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Dale Schwartz, CEO & Co-Founder of Pinstripes, which is a restaurant concept that boasts giant spaces for bowling, bocce, delicious bistro dining, …
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Send us a text To start off season two we have a guest known for many things but he is very much known for his clothing brand True$tarApparel. He has had much success in this and he's gave a lot of good game on what it takes to be a clothing brand owner. We're back with another don't want to miss episode after our extended break in between seasons!…
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Restaurant Profit Maximizer mini-course teaches you how to boost profit in your restaurant. ONLY $7 https://restaurantrockstars.com/sp/restaurant-profitsThat’s right, boost your restaurant profit for less than the cost of a fancy beer – Get it today then go Rock YOUR Profits and YOUR Restaurant!EPISODE NOTES:In this episode of the Restaurant Rockst…
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Leading a great restaurant kitchen is difficult. It takes experience, skill, the desire to teach, patience, calm under pressure and the right chops. Most of all it takes a passion for food, people, and new experiences. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Chef Jarad McConnell of Ocean Club St. Barths. He rose from …
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Marc Haine, a true operator’s operator, about leading and inspiring a restaurant team.As a young dishwasher Marc went on to master the kitchen. He never lost the hospitality bug and later ran three restaurants, became a Food & Beverage Director. Marc also founded a hospitality c…
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In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Kelly Hoyman, Vice President of Marketing for an 85-unit concept called Wings and Rings. Kelly brings 30 years of proven restaurant marketing expertise to this episode.Listen as Kelly shares all things restaurant marketing including: • Lessons learned from 17 years in restaurant…
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Send us a text This episode we got to talk with a well known barber in our city in our age group. He is not only known in the city but he has been expanding and building his brand to other cities as he tells us in this episode along with things that go on in the barber shop, and more! You don't want to miss this episode!…
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I get that running your restaurant is a total commitment, and business challenges never stop. Tax time is upon us, April is looming and Restaurant Taxes are due. No worries, I’ve got your back.Know that now is the time to get your financial house in order before you send the books to your tax preparer. It’s not too late to clean things up for your …
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Your restaurant inventory represents thousands if not tens of thousands of dollars of food and beverage sitting in your business at any given time. With so much opportunity for waste, spoilage, or loss, you really need to understand and manage all that value. When I coach restaurants, I tell them Not taking inventory is like leaving hundred-dollar …
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Send us a text This episode we sat down with one of South Carolina’s best when it comes to spinning disks! He came on and gave some great game to anyone who wants to be a DJ and who wants to know what it’s like. Definitely an episode you don’t want to miss!Antonio Sims & Nick Mckee
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Every owner and leader wants and needs to increase restaurant sales. Success here requires many things… efficiency, systems, excellent service, but most of all engaged loyal guests. Here’s where all the power lies.Guests want to be recognized, acknowledged, and served. Providing this at a high level requires a well-trained staff and seamless techno…
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I hear it time and time again. “My employees don’t do what I expect... they call out on shifts, or they don’t show up at all”!Since the pandemic; finding, keeping, and motivating restaurant employees has just gotten harder. They seem to have a different mindset... their work ethic doesn’t meet expectations... What to do?In this episode of the Resta…
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Send us a text It's been a while since we haven't had a guest a we wanted to take some to and let you guys get to know us a little more. We talked about some upcoming things to expect from us in the near future and even some long term plans, as far as the growth of the podcast and our platform. Another don't want to miss episode for you guys!…
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As a restaurateur, you can’t afford to ignore technology. Since the pandemic, operators of every size have had to adapt to platforms and tools that offer guest convenience and operating efficiencies. The landscape keeps changing every day and to stay competitive, great food and service are no longer enough to keep guests coming in the door.In this …
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Don’t miss this episode, get my FREE “Top 3 Ways You’re Killing Your Restaurant Profits and a bonus at www.restaurantrockstars.com/profits then go out there and Rock YOUR Restaurant!Every restaurant has its own unique story. But this one carries on a 152-year tradition. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Francesc…
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