Juan Perez on Why Chasing Viral Trends Won't Keep a Restaurant Relevant

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Restaurant Ready

Matt Jennings

40 episodes

2 days ago

RESTAURANT READY: THE BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Restaurant Ready is your backstage pass to the inner workings of the hospitality industry’s brightest stars. This podcast promises authentic discussions with the most influential chefs, restaurateurs, and food media experts. Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author Matt Jennings, along with the MAJC team, helm this weekly podcast. In each episode, industry veterans sit down for candid conversations revealing the honest stories behind their achievements, exploring the strategies, philosophies, and lessons learned along the way that shaped their path to success. Learn from the guests’ unique formula for creating consistent positive results in their business and personal lives. Restaurant Ready delivers unparalleled value for restaurant owners, chefs, and managers looking to elevate their careers and businesses. Listen in for a unique, no-holds-barred exploration of what it takes to thrive in the competitive world of hospitality. With each episode, we will discuss the state of the industry, the challenges we face and how to approach them, and ideas from the experts on how to best prepare yourself for success. You'll walk away with new ideas, and inspiration, as well as a greater sense of community and support as you drive your own success story.

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Juan Perez on Why Chasing Viral Trends Won't Keep a Restaurant Relevant

Restaurant Ready

50 minutes

3 weeks ago

Juan Perez on Why Chasing Viral Trends Won't Keep a Restaurant Relevant

Juan Perez has built a global reputation for his mastery of Neapolitan pizza.

Originally from Colombia, Perez rose from a teenage line cook to executive chef of Posto in Boston, where his work has earned recognition on the prestigious 50 Top Pizza list and a place among the world’s top 100 pizza chefs. In this episode, Perez shares his journey, why mentorship and systems are central to his leadership, and how he’s using both social media and nonprofit work to shape the next generation of pizza makers.

Takeaways

Quality and consistency are the best promotion
Simple, written systems protect standards
Long, controlled fermentation drives flavor and repeatability
Mentorship means teaching the process and being available
Ownership mindset matters, even when you are not the owner
Social media works when it’s authentic, consistent, and skill-forward
Local creators can move the needle more than viral global views
Education and community expand opportunity

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