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“I was a terrible high school student, but I was a good student when it came to cooking.”
Andy Husband aspired to become a chef since he was in fourth grade, a journey that led him to work alongside culinary luminary Chris Schlesinger. This instruction not only shaped Husband's culinary skills, but also instilled in him the values that define his approach to both food and life.
“He taught me not only how to be a better chef, but how to be a better man,” said Husband, host of Restaurant Influencers and Chef Sean Wal of Cali Barbecue Media. told. “Stand up and take care of your people and take care of your team.”
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There were many lessons learned before my husband entered the world of competitive barbecue. He emphasized the importance of repetition and preparation, and that the skills he acquired in the cutthroat competitive world trickle down to improve the dining experience at his restaurants.
“When I talk about competition, it's like Lance Armstrong at barbecue. It's packed with stuff,” the husbands said. “The average person doesn't drive NASCAR, but some of the things that happen in NASCAR also affect your Camry.
Adopting new restaurant technology
In the field of restaurant management, Andy Husband has learned that efficiency is paramount.
Moving to a Toast POS system was a natural choice, a decision motivated by fiscal responsibility and operational improvements. Husbands says moving to Toast not only solved data entry challenges, but also opened up new possibilities.
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“They have expanded my world to other things I can do,” Husband said, showing how technology aligns seamlessly with his vision for business success. .
Through Toast, Husbands not only ensures financial prudence, but also supports Boston-born companies that share our commitment to excellence.
“It made sense.”
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