Episode Details

Staff showing up late (or not at all), demanding flexibility but giving none back, forgetting everything you trained last week—and that one toxic "rockstar" who's quietly destroying your team?

You're not alone.

In this Q&A Special, Tim tackles real questions from hospitality owners struggling with modern staffing challenges—and gives you the scripts, mindset, and systems to take control without burning out.

You'll hear: 00:00 – Why flexible staff are breaking the roster 01:10 – What to do when the team won't work nights or weekends 03:00 – How to set (and enforce) non-negotiable expectations 04:15 – That "skilled but toxic" staff member? Here's what to do 05:45 – The truth about staff retention vs team growth 06:30 – Why your training doesn't stick (and how to fix it fast) 08:00 – The trick to weaning your team off relying on you 09:30 – Why disappearing might be the best leadership move you make

💡 Got your own question for an upcoming Q&A? DM us on Instagram or email your scenario in—we might cover it in a future episode.

🔧 Ready to stop staffing chaos for good? Book a free call with the Foodie Coaches team: foodiecoaches.com

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