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Welcome to "From Kitchen to C-Suite™"—the definitive podcast for hospitality professionals looking to level up in the hotel, restaurant, and bar sectors. Whether you are just launching your career or aiming for executive leadership, we deliver the practical insights and strategic guidance you need to make your next big move.Every episode dives deep into the core pillars of hospitality success, including:Career Progression: Actionable strategies for rising from entry-level roles to executive leadership.Quality Assurance Standards: Best practices to guarantee consistent service and operational excellence.Food Safety: Clear directives for maintaining the highest safety and sanitation standards across your operation.Responsible Alcohol Vending: Navigating legal compliance and guest safety in alcohol service.Evolving Industry Trends: Staying ahead of key industry shifts, includi
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- Today40 min
PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 11/06/2026 Episode
Today's top operational updates across hospitality:🏨 Frontier Luxury: Silversea debuts The Cormorant at 55 South—the world's southernmost hotel—redefining expedition travel & luxury F&B. 🤖 Operational AI: AHLA & Actabl show 90% of hotel staff complete tasks faster with AI, cutting overtime by 13%. 🍔 Direct Delivery: Gett rolls out "First Party Everywhere" at 40,000+ locations to help operators reclaim direct margins. 🍸 Beverage Trends: Zero-proof spirits & "daycaps" drive spend in a shifting market. 🗳️ 2026 Midterms: NRA insights on swipe fee reform, tariffs, & advocacy post-elections.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered.🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com.📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP.📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV.Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityNews #HotelIndustry #RestaurantTrends #HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #HospitalityLeadership #ZeroProof
- 2 days ago38 min
PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 11/05/2026 Episode
We break down the critical market shifts, strategy updates, and operational intelligence shaping hospitality today!🌟 TODAY'S TOP STORIES: • Sam Fox in Austin: Renowned restaurateur Sam Fox targets downtown Austin for a major new hotel project. • Holiday LTO Launches: Starbucks & Dunkin' unveil 2026 holiday menus & festive packaging. • Beverage Growth: Key takeaways from the National Restaurant Association’s 2026 Beverage Trends report. • Guest Retention Data: Restaurant Dive & Olo study shows nearly 2/3 of brands retain <20% of new guests past 90 days. • C-Store Tech ROI: Measuring returns as C-stores scale tech.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered.🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com. 📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP. 📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV.Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityNews #RestaurantIndustry #HotelTrends #HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #FoodAndBeverage #HospitalityLeadership #BeverageTrends
- 2 days ago38 min
PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 11/04/2026 Episode
We unpack the critical updates, market headlines, and operational trends shaping hospitality! 🏨🍔🍹🔥 TODAY'S TOP HIGHLIGHTS: 🍔 Retail & Expansion: In-N-Out's 3-state expansion plans and delivery market moves. 💳 POS Evolution: Cloud terminals, register AI, and connected KDS driving kitchen efficiency. 🍸 Craft Cocktails & Fine Dining: Multi-sensory mixology and zero-kilometer dining. 📊 Market Outlook: NRA 2026 State of the Industry report and PwC hotel RevPAR forecasts.Get the actionable 'so what' and operational takeaways for your floor and executive suite today! 💡Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered. 🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com. 📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP. 📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV. Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityNews #RestaurantIndustry #HotelManagement #BarIndustry #HospitalityTrends #HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #HospitalityLeadership
- 3 days ago53 min
PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 11/03/2026 Episode
Operators face a shift between tech scaling and human hospitality. Here is today's breakdown:💥 DoorDash Acquires Instacart ($17B): Merging meal and barcode data to reshape delivery logistics. 🤖 AI & POS Data: Chains like Chipotle and Starbucks leverage AI tools and POS tracking for marketing loops. ⚠️ Safety & QA Protocols: Critical lessons from chemical mix-ups and oyster recalls underscore HACCP compliance. 🥗 GLP-1 Menu Pivots: Adapting to changing consumer appetite with flavor-dense small plates and zero-proof drinks. 🛋️ Space Optimization: Starbucks' comfort remodels and multi-concept layout strategies.Stay Ahead with “Pulse!: Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered. 🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com. 📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP. 📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV. Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#Hospitality #RestaurantNews #HotelIndustry #HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #FoodAndBeverage #HospitalityLeadership
- 4 days ago40 min
PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 11/02/2026 Episode
Stay ahead in hospitality leadership with today's key updates, major acquisitions, and market headlines:🍔 Corporate M&A: Trian Fund proposes a $1.4B buyout of Wendy's, while DoorDash targets a $17B purchase of Instacart.🏨 Lodging Evolution: BWH Hotels rebrands over 4,000 properties under WorldHotels with upgraded digital tools.🥪 Menu & Retail Innovations: Smucker's Uncrustables passes $1B in sales with fridge tech, and Chipotle posts solid Q3 growth.📋 Safety & Compliance: Essential operational guidance for upcoming OSHA 2026 workplace safety rules & enforcement policies.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered. 🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com. 📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP. 📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV. Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityNews #HotelIndustry #RestaurantManagement #BarIndustry #HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #HospitalityTrends #OSHACompliance #FoodService #HospitalityLeadership
- 6 days ago50 min
Trolls, Stars & Extortion: The Executive Defense Against Fake Reviews
Welcome to 21st Century Dating Decoded! podcast's brand new episode: "Trolls, Stars & Extortion: The Executive Defense Against Fake Reviews." In this crucial session, we unpack modern executive defense tactics against review bombing, blackmail, and online reputation attacks.Key Highlights: • Digital evidence audits and SHA-256 hash logs • Strategic legal hold protocols for CCTV & POS • Formal platform removal notices for Google & YelpWe look forward to having you join us for our next episode of 'From Kitchen to C-Suite,' where we will continue to explore captivating topics designed to elevate your career and entrepreneurial drive. Don’t Miss a Beat! Whether you’re commuting or chilling on the couch, we’ve got you covered. 🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen via Riverside and fromkitchentocsuite.com or our website HRBUni.com. You can also search for us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeart Radio, or Deezer, or wherever you get your daily audio fix. 📲 Take HRB Network wherever you go. Download the new mobile web app: HHRBUni.com/App📺 On the Big Screen? Level up your experience by watching the From Kitchen to C-Suite podcast on the HRB Network on Roku, Google TV or Fire TV. On social media: @HRBUni or @HRBUniversalUntil our next broadcast, continue to innovate and strive for superior achievement.#21stCenturyDatingDecoded #ExecutiveDefense #FakeReviews #ReputationManagement #HRBNetwork
- 1 weeks ago38 min
PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 10/30/2026 Episode
The hospitality sector is evolving fast! In today's episode, we analyze top headlines shaping 2026:💥 Delivery Mega-Merger: DoorDash acquires Instacart in a $17B deal, transforming e-commerce and delivery logistics. 🏨 The "Hourglass Economy": Luxury thrives with the $241.36M Fairmont Scottsdale Princess sale as casual dining feels the squeeze. 🍕 Culinary Shifts: The surge of "Grandma Core" nostalgia, tavern pizza, and adaptogen drinks. 🤖 Kitchen Tech & Safety: AI sourdough fermentation and key 2026 FDA Food Code updates. 📊 Industry Forecast: U.S. restaurant sales projected to reach $1.55T in 2026.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered. 🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com. 📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP. 📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV. Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityNews #RestaurantTrends #HotelIndustry #PulsePodcast #HRBUniversal #Foodservice2026 #HospitalityLeadership #RestaurantTech #FDAFoodCode
- 1 weeks ago49 min
PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive | 10/29/2026 Episode
Hospitality is at a major inflection point. In today's episode, we deliver the essential market data, news, and operational tactics leaders need to stay ahead! 🏨🍽️🍸🔥 HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS EPISODE: • The Vanishing Middle Ground: Choose between frictionless tech automation or high-touch experience. • Hotel Market Outlook: Navigating higher debt service costs alongside 4.4% RevPAR growth and luxury gains. • Labor & Compliance Shift: OSHA’s 2026 enforcement push, staffing gaps, and culture-driven retention. • AI Tech Deployment: 82% of hotels and 79% of restaurants scaling AI for dynamic pricing and efficiency. • Culinary & Bar Trends: High-protein menu demand, adaptogens, craft ice, and auditing drink waste.💡 TAKEAWAY: Audit your P&L, eliminate operational waste, and double down on direct guest engagement!#HospitalityNews #HotelIndustry #RestaurantManagement #BarTrends #HospitalityLeadership #HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #HospitalityTech🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com. 📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP. 📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV. Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!"
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