Épisodes

  • Episode 15: The Chef as a Salesperson with Chef Nick Snyder
    Jan 20 2026

    In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso talks with Chef Nick Snyder, The Executive Chef at Morton's The Steakhouse, about the role chefs play in the sales process, exploring how culinary professionals can take ownership of that role to strengthen guest connections and enhance the overall dining experience.

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    31 min
  • Episode 14: ACF 2026 Trends Report with Chef Michael Thrash
    Jan 6 2026

    In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso and guest chef, Michael Thrash, CEC, CCA, CCE, AAC, introduce the ACF 2026 Trends Report, sharing all the trending topics ACF will be featuring this upcoming year and discussing their rise to popularity.

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    40 min
  • Episode 13: Holiday Traditions with Chef Shawn Loving
    Dec 16 2025

    In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso chats with Certified Master Chef, Shawn Loving, about holiday traditions and how his career has impacted his outlook on keeping and passing on traditions through cooking.

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    34 min
  • Episode 12: ACF Apprenticeship Opportunities with Chef Chrystal Tatum
    Dec 2 2025

    In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with the Chair of the ACFEF Apprenticeship Committee, Chef Chrystal Tatum, CEC, as well as ACF's Program Manger of Continuing Education, Kivi Hermans, about ACF's newly updated apprenticeship program created in partnership with Rouxbe.

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    26 min
  • Episode 11: Dress for Success with Cintas Expert Jessica Singh
    Nov 18 2025

    In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso talks with Cintas Major Accounts Manager of Hospitality and Gaming, Jessica Singh, as she shares insights into the factors chefs should consider when deciding if a managed apparel program is the best fit for their establishment.

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    20 min
  • Episode 10: Connecting Chefs Globally with Worldchefs
    Nov 4 2025

    In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso leads a conversation with the President of Worldchefs, Andy Cuthbert, as well as several other prominent figures in the organization as they discuss the benefits of getting connected with chefs around the world.

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    50 min
  • Episode 9: "Chefs, I Got Your 6" with the ACF Military Committee
    Oct 22 2025

    In this episode, guest podcast host Guy Winks sits down with the Jeffrey Edward Phillips, ACF National President Rene J. Marquis, and additional members of the ACF Military Committee to discuss military chefs and the goals of the task force.

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    1 h et 5 min
  • Episode 8: Chef and Child with Chef Vanessa Marquis
    Oct 7 2025

    In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with Chef Vanessa Marquis as they share a thoughtful discussion on the ongoing Chef and Child Initiative and what chefs can do to get involved in Childhood Nutrition Day and International Chefs Day this October.

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    35 min