8ighty 6ix
8ighty 6ix
Podcast Description
Welcome to 8ighty 6ix! A podcast for the true FOODIES! We dive deep into the lives, challenges, experiences, and what we FOODIES face everyday! The most important topic: FOOD! Come hang out FOODIES and have a great time. Weekly special guest and it’s gone be like the e ultimate New Years Party all over again!!
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into topics central to the food industry, culinary experiences, and the unique challenges foodies face while maintaining a focus on personal stories from guests. Episodes explore subjects like culinary education, like the discussion with Chef Chelsea about her journey in kitchens, and festive themes such as the 'Top 10 Kitchen Lingo' special during the holiday season.
Welcome to 8ighty 6ix.
This podcast is for foodies and hospitality professionals who want the real story behind the industry.
8ighty 6ix dives into the lives, challenges, wins, and everyday grind of hospitality—from the back of house to the front of house and everything in between. We talk career paths, kitchen culture, leadership, burnout, growth, and the lessons you only learn behind the scenes—all while keeping the conversation honest, relatable, and fun.
With a mix of solo episodes and special guests, you’ll hear real perspectives, real stories, and real insight from people who live this industry every day.
Whether you’re BOH, FOH, or just passionate about food, this is a space to learn, reflect, and feel seen.
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You Can’t Turn the Chef Brain Off | What Chefs Notice When Dining Out
What happens when a chef goes out to eat? You notice EVERYTHING. 😂
In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, I break down what I look for when dining at restaurants—from FOH service and cleanliness to the atmosphere, restaurant noise, ticket times, and how the staff moves.
And if there’s an open kitchen? Yeah… I’m definitely watching the line. 👀👨🏾🍳
But it’s not about looking for problems. I genuinely love trying new restaurants, different cuisines, and new food experiences. After years in the restaurant industry, you just learn to see restaurants differently.
We get into:
What I notice before the food even arrives
Cleanliness—including the spots people forget about 👀
How servers move and interact with guests
“Restaurant loud” vs. just TOO loud
Watching BOH and kitchen flow
Knowing when ticket times start getting questionable 😂
Why chefs still love discovering new food despite analyzing everything
Once kitchen culture becomes part of you, even your night off can turn into a restaurant evaluation. 😂
🎧 Season 2 of 8ighty 6ix — available on Spotify and YouTube.
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