639: David Scott Peters on 7 Steps for Creating Great Managers

639: David Scott Peters on 7 Steps for Creating Great Managers

Author: Inspiring interviews with todays most successful restaurateurs 2-days a wee August 8, 2019 Duration: 47:12

In this episode David Scott Peters joins Eric Cacciatore on the Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast to discuss how to develop your managers.

David Scott Peters is the founder of TheRestaurantExpert.com, a company specializing in coaching and training independent restaurant owners.

He is the developer of SMART Systems Pro, an online restaurant management software designed specifically for independent restaurant operators.

David is a regular speaker at food industry events all over the country, is a regular guest contributor to restaurant industry publications, and enjoys teaching restaurant owners how to live their passions while also operating a profitable business.

Check out his newest project: davidscottpeters.com

Show notes…

In this episode with David Scott Peters we will discuss:
  • How to hire great managers
  • Hire from within!
  • Create managers
  • Avoid hiring websites
  • The amount of managers needed for different times/days of the week
  • "Working" managers
  • MIT's: managers in training
  • Always have backup managers trained
  • How/what to pay a manager
  • Teams like management and rules but they hate inconsistency
  • Shift meetings and how to hold them correctly

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Eric Cacciatore sits down with the people who actually run the show in the world of food service. Restaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore is built on conversations with established restaurateurs and seasoned professionals who have navigated the intense realities of the industry. Twice a week, these interviews dig past the surface, focusing on the tangible details of leadership, team management, and effective marketing that separate a thriving venue from a struggling one. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of what worked, what didn’t, and the often-overlooked decisions that shape a restaurant's path. This podcast serves as a direct line to collective experience, whether you're dreaming of your first opening or steering a multi-location group. The dialogue is practical, centered on the daily grind and long-term strategy needed to build something lasting. For anyone invested in the business of hospitality, these regular episodes compile a vital resource, turning shared insights into actionable knowledge for your own journey.
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