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“I was a terrible high school student and I was a superior culinary student.”
Since the fourth grade, Andy Husbands has decided to become a chef, embarking on a journey that has led him to work alongside culinary luminary Chris Schlesinger. This mentorship not only shaped Marito’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 man,” the husbands told Restaurant Influencers host Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media. “Stand up, treat people well and take care of your team.”
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The husbands’ journey into the world of competitive barbecue has been full of lessons. He emphasizes the importance of repetition and preparation, emphasizing that the skills acquired in the intense world of competition come together to enhance the dining experience in his restaurants.
“The way I like to talk about competition, it’s like the Lance Armstrong of barbecue. It’s full of stuff.” The husbands said. “The average person doesn’t drive a NASCAR, but some of the things that happen in NASCAR spill over into your Camry.
Embracing new restaurant technology
In the field of restaurant management, Andy Husbands has learned that efficiency is key.
Moving to the Toast point-of-sale system, a decision driven by fiscal responsibility and operational improvements, was a natural choice. Husbands said his move to Toast not only solved data entry challenges but also opened up new possibilities.
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“They’ve opened up my world to other things I can do,” Husbands noted, demonstrating how the technology aligns perfectly with his vision of a successful company.
With Toast, Husbands not only provides financial prudence, but supports a Boston-born company that shares its commitment to excellence.
“It just made sense.”
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