From The French Laundry to Building Better Kitchens — Justin Khanna on Chef Performance

from Fugitive Chefs · host Furqan Meerza

Justin Khanna trained in some of the most demanding kitchens in the world — Per Se, The French Laundry, and Grace.He followed the classic path many chefs dream about.Culinary school. Michelin kitchens. Climbing the brigade.But along the way he started asking a harder question:Is there a better way to build kitchens?Today Justin runs Repertoire, a platform focused on improving performance in professional kitchens — helping chefs build better systems, leadership, and sustainable businesses.In this episode we talk about:• What really happens inside Michelin kitchens• Why many talented chefs leave restaurants• The hidden leadership challenges of running kitchens• Restaurant profitability and performance systems• Why kindness and high performance can coexist• How chefs can build careers beyond the stoveIf you’ve ever questioned the system but couldn’t articulate why, this conversation will resonate.Learn more about Justin’s work and resources:🔥 Total Station Domination (Justin’s program for chefs)🎁 Friend of the Show Discount : FOTS75TSD for 20% off📺 Repertoire YouTube📸 Instagram🌐 Website & Articles🎧 Fugitive Chefs is your window into alternative culinary careers and bold food innovation. New episodes every Tuesday.👉 Follow, rate us on Spotify, subscribe & comment on YouTube, and share with someone who’s questioning their place in the kitchen.🌐 Website: www.fugitivechefs.com📸 Furqan’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/4dtiyTv🎧 Podcast Instagram: https://bit.ly/43ndATO🎵 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3F6j25A🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/43vBtbT▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fugitivechefs

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