279. Southern Comfort Food + Kraft Kocktails - Kevin Kelley of Kitchen + Kocktails

I am constantly amazed at what I learn from my guests, and the insights and knowledge they share with our audience. As a veteran operator myself, I believe it’s critical to keep your eye out for hooks that catch the public’s attention, as well as competitive advantages to set your place apart from the rest. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Trial Attorney and Restaurateur Kevin Kelley of Kitchen + Kocktails. He is making a big splash in Dallas and Chicago - two incredibly competitive restaurant towns. What’s his magic formula? First, Kevin created a concept that’s inclusive, welcome’s all, and serves all. The ambiance is sleek and sophisticated, the food a dynamic twist on classic comfort food and craft cocktails. One visit to the website and you’ll want to visit and experience Kitchen + Kocktails. Listen as Kevin tells us: - Why Character, Hard Work, and Compassion are his guiding principles - The importance of Company Culture to guest impressions - Menu appeal, quality, and delivering value for the guest - His leadership style and staff training philosophies - A winning approach to the Labor Crisis, Pay and Incentives - How to cross-market Lunch, Brunch & Dinner And so much more. Now’s the time to step outside your restaurant, take a closer look at your guest experience and continue to set yourself apart from the competition. It’s the way forward. Now go out there and ROCK your Restaurant! Roger The Restaurant Rockstars Academy – The Ultimate Start-up & Management Courses. Everything you need to know to crush it in the restaurant business: https://restaurantrockstars.com/pricing/ Thank you to our sponsors: 7shifts – Get 3 Months of Industry Leading Labor Management for FREE: https://www.7shifts.com/restaurantrockstars Bear Robotics – Elevate customer experiences and combat staffing shortages with Servi, our low-cost food running and bussing solution! https://www.bearrobotics.ai/restaurantrockstars