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Sunday, April 7 2024

The Complete Guide To Cross-Training Your Hospitality Staff

Creating a self-sustaining, well-rounded team for your hospitality business starts with hiring the right people. From there, it’s all about training and encouraging your employees to do their best every day. Cross-training your hospitality staff aids in that process. If you’re looking for one trick to engage your staff and improve customer satisfaction, cross-training is the thing to do.

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Sunday, April 7 2024

13 Facets Of the Position Of Remote Workers In Hospitality

Since the rise of remote work in 2020, every industry has been hearing and talking about the benefits of remote opportunities. Employees have been enjoying working from home. New industries have been chomping at the bit. Employers have been seeking ways to integrate their roles with remote positions. 

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Sunday, April 7 2024

Culinary Staffing Expands Business Into the Bay Area

Breaking News: Culinary Staffing Expands Business Into the Bay Area!

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Sunday, April 7 2024

8 Unique Personalized Service Offers In Hospitality

Including personalized service offers in your hospitality business is a fundamental component of engaging with guests and instigating loyalty in your customers. Personalized offers give your business an edge, something to set you apart and elevate your standard services. No matter your type of hospitality business, there are personalized services you can offer.

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Sunday, April 7 2024

Updated Hospitality Staff Uniforms for 2024: 14 New Looks

Updated hospitality staff uniforms for 2024 serve to elevate your customer service and amplify the efficient operations of your business. Your staff, both front-of-house and back-of-house, are the backbone of your business. When they look put together your guests are treated to the finest service imaginable. 

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Sunday, April 7 2024

Management Styles for Hospitality Businesses and Venues

Finding the right management styles for hospitality businesses and venues leads to greater guest and staff satisfaction. In this Culinary Staffing blog, we’ll walk you through the importance of hospitality management styles, the range of styles, and which one is right for you and your staff.

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Sunday, April 7 2024

10 Facts To Define Hospitality Staffing Benchmarks and KPIs

When you set yourself the task to define hospitality staffing benchmarks and KPIs you set yourself up for success. Benchmarks and KPIs are proven, in hospitality and all industries, to enable teams to work together toward specific goals and overarching business growth. 

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Sunday, April 7 2024

Hiring For Soft Skills In the Hospitality Industry: 15 Tips

Hiring for soft skills in the hospitality industry is an often overlooked facet of the hiring process. When you think about characteristics in hiring front-of-house service workers or back-of-house vital skills, soft skills whisper in the back of your mind. Listening to those whispers helps you build a staff of able, ready-to-help employees. 

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Sunday, April 7 2024

Technology In Hospitality Staffing: 9 Facts of Tech Support

Technology in hospitality staffing and the hospitality industry at large is a key driver of efficiency and ease of work. As a manager or owner in hospitality, you have a lot on your to-do list. From seeking the right front-of-house staff characteristics to mastering restaurant staff training, the last thing you need is congestion in your order of operations. Tech support clears that congestion.

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Sunday, April 7 2024

Essential Staffing Recommendations for Specialty Events

When restaurant guests request your venue for special events your role shifts from restaurateur to event manager. In turn, your staff is tasked with working the event in addition to their regular roles. They’ll need their skills in customer service, food handling, and time management to handle event schedules, set menus, and event guests with unique requests. 

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Saturday, April 6 2024

Hospitality Trends of 2023 and 2024: Industry Expectations

The success of hospitality businesses hinges on many factors. Insightful hospitality owners and managers do well to focus on seeking the best characteristics in front-of-house workers, implementing restaurant staff training solutions, and managing restaurants during busy seasons with a precise, flexible plan. Above all, hospitality experts benefit the most from planning with future hospitality trends in mind.

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Saturday, April 6 2024

7 Common Qualities and Traits of the Best Restaurants

The food service industry spans hospitality, entertainment, academia, and even more varied settings, but nowhere is quality valued more highly than in a restaurant. When guests enter a restaurant, they expect the best, and it’s the restaurateur’s job to provide, provide, provide. Satisfying guests means maintaining a top-quality restaurant 24/7, a task that challenges even the pros.

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Saturday, April 6 2024

10 Essential Service Industry Back-of-House Hiring Tips

In the service industry, hiring makes or breaks your team. Your staff powers you through lunch rushes, dinner rushes, misplaced orders, and all the other little fires that pop up every day. But too often, finding and hiring food service employees who remain calm and efficient under pressure, prioritize the restaurant experience for your clientele, and collaborate well together seems impossible.

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Friday, December 1 2023

Alberto Vital is our December Employee of the Month!!!

We wanted to extend our heartfelt congratulations on being awarded Employee of the Month! This recognition is a testament to Alberto’s hard work, dedication, and outstanding contributions to our team. Alberto’s commitment to excellence and the positive impact he’s made in our workplace hasn’t gone unnoticed. He consistently goes above and beyond, inspiring his colleagues and setting a remarkable example for everyone. His achievements reflect his exceptional skills and unwavering determination. This recognition is well-deserved, and we are truly delighted to see his efforts being celebrated. 

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Tuesday, October 31 2023

Our Employee of The Month for November is Sasha Mangrobang!!!

Please join us in congratulating Sasha Mangrobang for her well-deserved recognition as the Employee of the Month for November. Sasha’s exemplary work ethic and dedication inspire us all to reach new heights. Sasha has consistently shown exceptional dedication, commitment, and outstanding performance in her role as a Cook for Culinary Staffing Services. Her hard work and contributions have greatly benefited our team and the company as a whole. Sasha has not only achieved remarkable results but has also demonstrated remarkable teamwork, leadership, and a positive attitude in the workplace. Their willingness to go above and beyond, assist their colleagues, and share their expertise is truly commendable. We are delighted to have Sasha on our team!

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Friday, October 27 2023

Restaurant Staff Training Solutions: 8 Critical Tips

Managing restaurant staff is a full-time job. Whether you’re a restaurant owner or floor manager, ensuring your staff is trained and ready for any customer interaction is a crucial component of the job. Hiring the right staff is the place to start. From there, implementing regular restaurant staff training keeps you primed for brunch hours, dinner rushes, and everything in between.

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Sunday, October 1 2023

Our October Employee of Month is Natalie Santeramo!

Congratulations Natalie Santeramo! We are delighted to recognize her for her hard work. Natalie is a team player, with a super professional attitude and a proactive nature. She is warm and welcoming to all our guests. We are grateful that Natalie has a “service first” heart and takes care of our guests with great pride. Natalie works both Front of House and Back of House positions for Culinary Staffing Services. Natalie excels during every shift and has made it on many of our client’s preferred list. We were able to catch up with Natalie and this is what she had to share. 

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Saturday, September 2 2023

Fernando Gallegos is our Employee of the Month for September!!!

Fernando Gallegos, aka Kitchen Beast, has been chosen as our September Employee of the Month! We are delighted to recognize such a bright light and winning spirit. He has such a great personality and makes a lasting impression on every client of ours that he works for. During his time with Culinary Staffing, he has been added to multiple preferred lists and has worked all over Southern California assisting chefs in need of staffing. He is always willing to go above and beyond in the kitchen. Lastly, on a monthly basis, we are receiving excellent feedback from clients; he makes cooking in the kitchen look easy. Great job Fernando, we are stoked you are on our Culinary Back of House team!

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Wednesday, August 2 2023

Mauricio Loza is our Employee of the Month for August!!!

August’s Employee of the month is Mauricio Loza. Mauricio has been with Culinary Staffing Services since 2018 and has worked over 100+ shifts. He is preferred at multiple venues and represents our Front of House team very well. He is responsible and trustworthy and when a Shift Lead or Captain role becomes available, he is first to join the roster and requests to work. Mauricio has been a big help for our staffing team as well as our client’s management team. Many clients prefer to use him with their large events knowing he is well trained and will provide best in class service to all customers. He is always willing to go above and beyond, but most importantly he’s flexible with any changes to the schedule and is a great communicator and leader. We appreciate Mauricio and are very pleased to have him on our team. Congrats Mauricio and thank you for being a rock star! 

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Sunday, July 2 2023

Victoria Anderson is our Employee of Month July!!!

Victoria was nominated for July’s Employee of the Month because she’s always helpful and reliable. She’s a very positive individual who works hard with our back of house staff. She receives great feedback from clients and has worked for our company for over four years. Her dedication to the company represents the best of Culinary Staffing Services!

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Friday, June 2 2023

Tabitha McCluskie is our Employee of the Month for June!!!

Tabitha is great! She is always so supportive of our clients and a great representation of Culinary Staffing. Tabitha has been with Culinary Staffing since June 2021 starting out as a Food Service Worker/Server and worked her way up to Event Supervisor/Captained for over 40 events supporting some of our biggest clients and largest events. Tabitha has great communication skills with the staffing team, clients, and staff. Tabitha has been requested by many to return in a supportive role because of this superior service. Well done Tabitha, keep up the good work and we’re happy to have you a part of our team! #employeeofthemonth #lovewhatdo #juneeom

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Monday, May 1 2023

Rudis Flores Iraheta is Our Employee of the Month for May!

Rudis was nominated for May’s Employee of the Month because of his dedication and commitment to Culinary Staffing Services. Rudis has 140+ shifts under his belt and has never been late to any of them. He excels at his job and is always a team player! He continues to show up every day with a smile and always gives his best performance during his shifts. Clients and employees rave about Rudis and for that we are very excited to have Rudis on our team. Thank you Rudis for your service, we are so proud of you!

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Saturday, April 1 2023

Tracy Triggs is Our Employee of the Month for April!

Tracy was nominated for April’s Employee of the Month because she’s always consistent, a very positive individual, and communicates and follows the rules.  She receives great feedback from clients and has worked for our company for some time now. In addition, she is listed on a VIP client’s preferred list and every week she continues to be polite, professional, and friendly! She’s polished, well-spoken and represents the best of CSS! We are excited to have Tracy on our team here at Culinary Staffing Services and we thank her for her service and commitment. 

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Wednesday, March 1 2023

Sandra Arriaga is Our March Employee of the Month!

Sandra was nominated for March’s Employee of the Month because she is hard working, reliable and has been added to many clients preferred list. She is always on time and eager to pick up shifts last minute to help our clients and her colleagues. She has a good relationship with all her coworkers and continues to be a team player day after day! We are delighted to have Sandra on our team here at Culinary Staffing Services and we thank her for her service and commitment. 

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Thursday, February 2 2023

Nikko Azizi is Our February Employee of the Month!

Nikko was nominated for employee of the month because he is kind, thoughtful, and always ready/willing to work. Nikko has the commitment, dedication, and loyalty we love. He’s been with us since 2012!!

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Sunday, January 1 2023

Patrick Risse is Our Employee of the Month for January!

Patrick was born in Orange County and now resides in Norco. He spends most of his time with his girlfriend Kiki and his three dogs Daisy, Duster and Remington. He loves hiking, playing video games, cooking and tasting new foods but most of all, he loves riding his motorcycle.

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Friday, December 2 2022

Vinicia Smothers is Our December Employee of the Month

Vinicia Smothers was nominated for being put on the preferred list multiple times by clients in the short amount of time she’s worked with us. She has a good attitude and does a great job! 

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Tuesday, November 1 2022

Zerrick Fountain is Our November Employee of the Month


The client could not speak highly enough of Zerrick for his work, ethic and personal integrity. Zerrick turned in a wallet in July and recently found an envelope full of coupons that are redeemable for food and beverage anywhere on campus. That is truly amazing ethos.

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Wednesday, October 5 2022

Culinary Staffing and Cal Savers in the LA Times!

The LA Times recently ran a story featuring Culinary Staffing and our partnership with Cal Savers!

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Monday, October 3 2022

Camille Pingol is Our October Employee of the Month

Camille Pingol originally hails from Pampanga, Philippines and is our Employee of the Month for October! We chose Camille for her outstanding performance in the kitchen, her positive attitude during every shift, her willingness to assist clients with their requests; her teamwork mentally. She has great knife skills and her willingness to jump in and get the job done is best in class. 

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Tuesday, August 9 2022

Perfect Flaky Fish Tacos By Chef Antonio Davis

Our new favorite fish taco recipe is by our very own Culinary Staffing Chef Antonio Davis!

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Friday, April 8 2022

Chef Barbara King's Mushroom & Goat Cheese Appetizer

Barbara King is a professional chef who has been with Culinary Staffing since 2016. A graduate of the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu in Los Angeles, Barbara says she has always been a self-described foodie, and worked in the hospitality industry for many years before deciding to go to culinary school. She loves working for our agency because she gets to work in kitchens of all sizes throughout the city, and says she especially loves working garde manger and prep cook positions. 

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Tuesday, April 5 2022

Baseball Season is Back, and We're Hiring Concession Workers

Plus cooks and cashiers!

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Tuesday, March 8 2022

Happy International Women's Day!

March 8 is International Women’s Day!

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Tuesday, March 1 2022

Chef Harleen Kaur's Authentic Chicken Tikka Masala

It’s not always easy to find authentic Indian recipes, but Executive Chef Harleen Kaur of Channi’s Kitchen knows her way around Indian spices, sauces, and cooking techniques. She has generously offered to share her version of TRUE Indian Chicken Tikka Masala, and this is a recipe you’ll want to bookmark. This recipe combines the bold flavors of garam masala, garlic and ginger with creamy yogurt and tomato. If you love Indian food you will love making this dish again and again!

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Thursday, February 10 2022

Chef Katelyn Yang's Chocolate Pot de Creme!

Valentine’s Day is just days away, and our very own pastry chef Katelyn Yang has graciously decided to share her special chocolate pot de creme recipe. Whether you have a Valentine or not this year, you’ll savor every decadent bite of this euphoric-inducing dessert.

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Thursday, December 30 2021

Happy New Year, and Welcome 2022!

2022 is finally here! As we welcome a new year, we wanted to take a moment to reflect. 

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Wednesday, December 8 2021

When All You Want for Christmas is a New Job

If all you want for Christmas is a new job, Santa Claus is coming early!

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Wednesday, December 1 2021

Happy Hanukkah!

Seasons Greetings and a Very Happy Hanukkah, Culinary Family! 

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Wednesday, November 3 2021

Meet Dee Freeman, Our November Employee of the Month

Our November Employee of the Month is Delores (“Dee”)  Freeman. 

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Wednesday, October 13 2021

Three New Bills Have Restaurants and Caterers Saying 'Cheers!'

Here are three reasons for restaurants, catering companies - and any venue serving food and alcohol -  to celebrate! 

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Thursday, October 7 2021

Culinary Staffing is Where Cooks Advance Their Careers.

At Culinary Staffing Service, we are not just an agency that sends cooks to any job they’ll take. We want to see our cooks grow in their chosen profession, which is why we work with clients whose kitchens can truly advance the career of a cook or a chef. We have a range of clients from small clubs and boutique hotels to large resorts, and everyone in between. 

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Friday, October 1 2021

October Hiring Kickoff!

We are kicking off fall with an October hiring spree! This month our goal is to place more skilled cooks in more professional kitchens than ever before!

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Wednesday, September 22 2021

We Are Proud to Partner With PATH - Making it Home

There’s an old proverb that goes, “If you have much, give of your wealth; if you have little, give of your heart.

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Thursday, September 2 2021

Meet Mark Giese, Our September Employee of the Month

Mark Giese, your favorite local bartender, is our September Employee of the Month. He’s been with us since 2014, working both as a bartender and server at several locations. So, why did we choose Mark - and more importantly, why did he choose us?

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Monday, August 30 2021

We Are Hiring for All Positions in September

Labor Day is coming up next week, but we aren’t thinking about rest just yet. With so many restaurants and bars opening (and re-opening) in Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside, and Orange counties, we are getting ramped up for new business. And you know what that means…

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Tuesday, July 27 2021

Katelyn Yang is Our August Employee of the Month

Katelyn Yang joined our team just over four years ago as a cook and pastry cook. Since then she has added barback to her list of job titles, but cooking is her true passion. Here’s a look into her work life, and why she’s our August Employee of the Month.

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Thursday, July 15 2021

We're Working the Dodgers Games All Summer!

Culinary Staffing employees are working at the Dodgers games all summer. In fact, many of our awesome culinary team members will be there through October. And you can join them!

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Friday, July 9 2021

Meet Our July Employee of the Month, Jennifer Garcia Viteri

Jennifer Garcia Viteri is our Employee of the Month for July!

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Wednesday, July 7 2021

It's Summertime and We Are Hiring!

It’s summertime, and the restaurants and nightlife are back in full swing here in sunny Southern California!

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Thursday, June 3 2021

Sean Mudd is our June Employee of the Month

Sean Mudd is our June Employee of the Month, and he’s been with us for over twenty-two years! 

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Friday, May 28 2021

What You Need to Know About Worker's Comp in California

You know your business needs worker’s compensation coverage. It’s the law. But what you may not know is that each state has different regulations when it comes to what coverage you’re required to have, when you must file a claim, and how to file it. 

What you don’t know can hurt you, which is where we come in. Did you know that in California, worker’s comp premium rates are not regulated by the state? 

Your premium is determined by the market value, but also by your industry, your individual company’s history, payroll, and many other factors.

Let us make it easy. 

When you join the Core we’ll find you the lowest rates with the most comprehensive coverage tailored exclusively for you. No guesswork, no stress, and no unexpected surprises. 

Get in touch with one of our experts today and we’ll make sure your company is compliant and get you a free quote. 

Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! 

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Friday, May 21 2021

WATCH: We Not Only Survived the Pandemic, We Expanded!

There’s no denying that the Covid-19 pandemic hit our industry hard. But the good news is, we found a way. We not only survived 2020 - we grew!

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Tuesday, May 18 2021

Breaking: We're Expanding! Now You Can Benefit Even MORE When You Join the CORE!

We have some very exciting news to share this month! Culinary Staffing Service is expanding our services, and it’s going to save all of our clients time and money.

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Tuesday, May 4 2021

Our May Employee of the Month is Jake Biddlecome

Our Employee of the Month for May is Jake Biddlecome, our Staffing Coordinator here at Culinary Staffing Service.

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Monday, April 12 2021

We're an approved supplier of the Super Bowl LVI Business Connect program!

We are proud to announce that Culinary Staffing Service has been designated as an approved supplier of the Super Bowl LVI Business Connect program. We are one of 225 local, diverse businesses in the Los Angeles area identified as a certified, experienced company approved to compete for contracts related to the Super Bowl.

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Thursday, April 8 2021

Meet Our COO, Jessica Seastead

Jessica Seastead has been with Culinary Staffing for six years, and a year and a half ago she became our COO. Thanks to her leadership and business acumen, we are expanding in 2021! We feel fortunate and wanted to share a little about her with all of you.

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Monday, April 5 2021

We're Helping Our Employees Save for Retirement with CalSavers!

Watch this short informational video featuring our COO, Jessica Seastead, discuss why we partnered with Cal Savers. Learn how the program lets our employees seamlessly save for their futures - and how you can be a part of it, too!

If you haven’t heard of CalSavers, it’s a retirement savings program aimed at providing financial security to millions of Californians who might not otherwise have a retirement plan in place.

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Wednesday, March 31 2021

The Easter Bunny Just Brought $20 Pay Rates!

The Easter bunny came early to Culinary Staffing Service this year, and we want to share what’s in our basket with you!

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Wednesday, March 24 2021

Why Going Back to Work Matters!

A short story we can all learn from!

A mouse was put at the top of a jar filled with grains.

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Wednesday, March 17 2021

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Do you have the luck of the Irish? Even if you don’t, you won’t need luck for your business in 2021. 
With the right staff, supportive HR, quality Payroll, and reliable insurance, you will be set up for success. No luck - or leprechauns - required! (okay, maybe one leprechaun wouldn’t hurt)

Call us to learn how we can be your full-time personnel office, so you can focus 100% of your time on running the day-to-day of your hospitality business. You’ll even have time to look for that elusive four-leaf clover. Hey, anything is possible these days. 

Now isn’t that better than a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow? We think so. 

May the luck of the Irish be with you all year long!
 
Culinary Staffing Service 

(323) 965-7582

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Wednesday, March 3 2021

Our March Employee of the Month is Rose Walker

Rose Walker is our excellent Staffing Manager, and we are pleased to announce she’s our Employee of the Month for March!

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Wednesday, February 24 2021

We Are SO Ready for the Return of the Spa Day!

The word on the street (and in the news) is that Angelenos are ready to book vacation plans and day trips already, and that means the return of the SPA DAY.

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Thursday, February 18 2021

Could We Be Your Job Love Match?

Just like dating, job hunting is never easy, and finding the perfect match is a sweet science. If you’re seeking a new job right now and you’ve got some hospitality experience under your belt, read on to see if you and Culinary Staffing might be a match made in heaven!

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Tuesday, February 9 2021

Our February Employee of the Month is Keith Pyenson

The Culinary Staffing Service  Employee of the Month for February is our very own Payroll Coordinator, Keith Pyenson!

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Friday, February 5 2021

Black History Month: Celebrating Chef James Hemings

February is Black History Month, and we are celebrating Chef James Hemings! 

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Wednesday, February 3 2021

Small Business Owners, Don't Panic About $15/Hour. We Can Help!

The proposed federal minimum wage increase to $15 an hour will not come all at once, but rather happen gradually over the next few years. Many small business owners, especially restaurants that can’t afford the increase, worry it will mean having to lay off employees. But don’t worry just yet!

There are ways to offset the wage increase, keep your staff, and keep your sanity, too! 

Outsourcing your employee-related services like HR, insurance, and payroll can greatly offset the cost of rising wages in multiple ways. 

Payroll Expenses - Payroll, when done in-house, can be very expensive, especially if you’re using the traditional paper time card method. Did you know that in-house payroll for small businesses can cost an additional 50,000 per year? 

HR Services -  Training software, time spent onboarding and training new staff, and other employee-related expenses can add up quickly. Outsourcing these services allows you to pay one low fee with NO surprises! 

Insurance and Worker’s Comp - You’re probably paying too much already. We make sure your cost stays low and above all, your business is in full compliance so you’re always 100% protected. 

Culinary Staffing can handle all of this and more, keeping your operational costs low and giving you back the most valuable business asset of all - time. 

Call us today with your questions!

Culinary Staffing Service 

(323) 965-7582

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Thursday, January 28 2021

Fair-Weather Friends Are So 2020. We're Here For You Rain or Shine!

Outdoor dining has been restored just in time for the cold and rainy weather. Such is life! But despite the bad timing, hope is in the air. Are you ready for it? 

We won’t repeat the phrase ”we’re all in the together” because we know each and every business is impacted differently by all the Covid-19 related mandates and changes. 

But what we WILL say is we’re here for you, rain or shine. And we hope you know we mean it. 

Some of you may be gearing up to resume outdoor dining this week or next, and we are here to meet your staffing needs.

Need a few more servers? A last-minute host? Call us! 

Of course, not all of you have outdoor space, and your needs are different. We get that, and we are here for you, too.

We are only a phone call away to discuss your current staffing, HR, Risk Management, and Compliance needs. Because we aren’t some fair-weather friend. We are an all-weather partner for life. 

Rain or shine, booming or slow business - we are here. 

Call us any time, 

Culinary Staffing Service 

(323) 965-7582

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Friday, January 22 2021

More Than a Staffing Agency. A  Partner for Life.

Small businesses, especially those in the hospitality industry, are struggling right now in multiple and unprecedented ways. We want you to know that we see what is happening, we understand your frustration, and we want to remind you that we are here to help. 

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Tuesday, January 12 2021

Our Temperature Checkers are on the Move!

Our team of temperature checkers are ready to serve you!

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Wednesday, January 6 2021

Yemi Adeyi is our January Employee of the Month

Yemi Adeyi has been with us for 5 years. When she came to the United States from Nigeria 8 years ago, her original goal was to become a Registered Nurse. However, the waiting list at LA Trade Tech was so long that she would not get in for another 2 years. Meanwhile, she decided to go to Culinary School at LATTC. 

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Wednesday, December 30 2020

New Year, New Services and Staff!

2021 is finally here, and we are ready to start fresh, with new services, new staff, and better choices for our clients.

We have been busy getting ready for the new year, and we know you have, too. The turbulence of 2020 has taught us that you can never be too prepared, and we truly are!

Of course, we know we are not out of the woods yet with the many challenges the hospitality industry faces, but we are much better equipped to serve you. 

In addition to our regular culinary staffing solutions, we have hired a team of environmental services professionals to meet your sanitation and Covid-19 specific needs. If your venue needs professional cleaning, Covid-19 specialty staff including temperature checkers, runners, and sanitation experts, give us a call.

We are also pleased to be able to serve your HR and personnel needs with a custom menu of options designed by YOU. That’s right.  You pick and choose which services you need when you need them. From compliant-ready HR services to payroll, to worker’s comp, to health benefits to legal resources - we can take care of it all, and at the lowest rates in the business. 

The beginning of 2021 may be rocky, but we want to help make it as smooth for you and your business as possible. And this is only the beginning!

May your 2021 be bright and prosperous. Sunny days are still to come! 

Happy New Year,

Culinary Staffing Service 

(323) 965-7582

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Wednesday, December 23 2020

We Believe the Spirit of Christmas Lives Inside All of You!

To Our Cherished Clients and Employees:

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Monday, December 21 2020

We Are Making Christmas a Bit Brighter for Furloughed Staff

So many of our SoCal restaurants, bars, hotels and other venues have had to furlough their staff in recent months. Let’s make their Christmas brighter. 

Nobody wants to have to let go of valuable staff or have to furlough employees, especially at Christmas time. But times are tough, and for many business owners, there was simply no choice but to furlough their foodservice and other team members for the time being. 

We want to help. We can place furloughed staff in temporary jobs while these businesses get back on their feet so that their staff still be there for them in 2021.

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Wednesday, December 16 2020

The Covid-19 Vaccine Just Arrived in Our Hospitals. Here's How We Are Helping!

The Covid-19 vaccine has arrived in California, with hospitals rushing to move millions of doses into their freezers before they will then be administered to doctors, nurses, and healthcare staff.  

Culinary Staffing Service is proud to put the ‘hospitality’ in healthcare, and we are especially proud to be able to offer all of our healthcare clients the extra environmental services support you need during this time.

Our specialized team of sanitation workers, Covid-19 runners, temperature checkers, and other support staff are all at your disposal. 

Thank you for trusting us to fill your staffing needs, and thank you most of all for being on the front lines for Californians throughout this crisis. 

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Thursday, December 10 2020

Happy Hanukkah!

Culinary Staffing Service wishes all who celebrate Hanukkah a joyous, peaceful, and prosperous holiday and new year!

Should you have any holiday staffing or sanitation needs, we are only a phone call away. Whether you need an extra dishwasher, a last-minute food handler, line cook, or a cleaning crew to sanitize your venue, we’ll make it easy. We know you’ve got enough on your plate! 

We are here for you this holiday season and all year round.

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Monday, December 7 2020

Alawiya Hussein is Our December Employee of the Month

Our December Employee of the Month is Alawiya Hussein!

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Sunday, November 29 2020

Chefs and Cooks and Dishwashers, Oh My!

Calling all chefs, cooks, line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers and food assembly line workers!

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Wednesday, November 25 2020

This is How Our Culinary Family Will Make it Through 2020

We’re all ready for 2020 to be over. This has been a very tough year, and we know everyone in the hospitality industry has struggled enormously, especially here in Los Angeles. We want you all to know that we see how you’ve persevered, and we understand the ongoing challenges that lie ahead for the remainder of the year.  

But this is how you will make it to 2021. 

Human connection is powerful, and the human spirit is truly amazing. When life gets hard, we turn to our family, our friends, and our neighbors for strength. We consider you to be a vital part of our extended family, and we are ALWAYS here for you. Maybe you need last-minute staff, or maybe you need help with payroll, or maybe you have new questions about compliance or insurance. 

Or, maybe you just need to be heard. We hope you will never hesitate to reach out to us. No request you may have is too big or too small. That’s a promise. 

Our culinary family is resilient when we come together, and when we are together, we are strong.  Stronger than we ever realized. And it is this human connection, this great spirit of resilience, that will get us through 2020, and we will ALL come out on top in 2021. 

Stay strong, stay close, and stay connected. 

And Have a Happy and Delicious Thanksgiving!

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Tuesday, November 10 2020

Staffing Agencies: Who Benefits Most? Employers or Employees?

Why Do Employers and Job Applicants Alike Prefer Using a Staffing Agency?

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Wednesday, November 4 2020

James Park is Our November Employee of the Month

A big congratulations to James Park, our November Employee of the Month! 

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Wednesday, October 28 2020

Now Hiring! Cooks, Servers, Dishwashers, and More!

The hospitality industry is struggling, and the struggle is real. But it is NOT dead, and that means we are still hiring! We have open positioons throughout the Southern Califnornia region for restaurant staff, hotel staff, healthcare kitchen crew, food production and assmebly line workers, and more!

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Friday, October 23 2020

Weekend Fun! Where to Eat, Drink and Play Around LA

Fall is definitely in the air here in SoCal (or what we know as fall, anyway) and as the weather changes, so do our activities. It’s time to put away the bathing suits and flip flops and head into sweater weather - and into some big fall fun. And don’t listen to the naysayers! Yes, we are still struggling with the lockdowns and the Covid-19 restrictions, but there is still plenty to do and see here in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino counties! 

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Tuesday, October 20 2020

Soup Season is Back for a Taste Adventure!

The heatwave is slowly leaving Southern California, and in its place are cool mornings and evenings and those perfect 75 degree afternoons. Many of us are getting our jackets, thicker socks, and blankets out of the closet, and Halloween decorations have filled front yards and porches. But best of all? Soup season has officially arrived and this year we are going on a little taste adventure! 

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Thursday, October 15 2020

The Extra Care That Goes Into Staffing Our Healthcare Clients

In addition to the many restaurants, entertainment venues, food packaging and manufacturing companies we staff, we are also fortunate to serve our wonderful healthcare sector. Providing our state’s top hospitals with the very best people for their kitchens and dining halls is something we take great pride and joy in doing, and here are just a few reasons why.

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Tuesday, October 13 2020

Wise Barbecue Brings the Texas Smokehouse to Los Angeles

There is barbecue, there is Texas barbecue, and then there’s Wise Barbecue - the Texas style barbecue that has gifted us with a real Texas treat. And once you taste it, you’ll understand why so many Angelenos love it so much.

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Wednesday, October 7 2020

October is National Seafood Month

October is National Seafood Month, and we’re celebrating with salmon sashimi, plates of fresh oysters, fish tacos and the yearly treat you can’t miss: whole fried soft shell crab!

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Tuesday, October 6 2020

How the CRA is Fighting to Keep CA Restaurants Alive

As we all know, the Covid-19 crisis has hit the hospitality industry especially hard. In March of this year when the lockdowns began, millions of jobs were lost - nearly 6 million in total by April. In our state of California, continued lockdown measures and restrictions mandated by the state have forced many restaurants to furlough staff, close their indoor dining rooms, and some have had to shutter permanently. Of course, this comes as no surprise. It has been challenging for restaurant owners to meet compliance while operating at greatly reduced capacity. Some found grants or ways to pivot their business, while others were not as fortunate.

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Thursday, October 1 2020

Ashley Heisler is our October Employee of the Month

Ashley Heisler has been part of our team since December of 2019. She started off as a bartender, and a kickass bartender at that! But since bartending jobs are often seasonal, we suggested that she take the server test, which she passed with flying colors.

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Tuesday, September 29 2020

Nana's Kitchen Caters Mexican Meals that Taste Like Home

From a food truck serving lunch to a thriving catering business, Nana’s Kitchen has become a SoCal favorite for authentic Mexican food.

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Thursday, September 24 2020

Keto Meal Prep by Lee to the Rescue

Are you thinking about your 2021 goals yet? I am, and abs may FINALLY be in my future, thanks to this meal prep service and the science of ketogenic eating.

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Monday, September 21 2020

Sal's Gumbo Shack Brings the Bayou to You!

If you’re craving authentic Creole food but can’t make it to the Bayou, we’ve got some good news for you. You can enjoy some absolutely amazing 100% authentic Creole cooking right here in SoCal. Look no further than Long Beach for the best gumbo, jambalaya, and soul food originals at the one and only Sal’s Gumbo Shack, right on Long Beach Boulevard.

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Thursday, September 17 2020

City National Grove of Anaheim Brings Fall Fun to SoCal

Remember when we could all freely go out and have fun in public places with abandon? It seems like a world far, far away from our current reality, and we sure do miss it. Fortunately, City National Grove of Anaheim is bringing some of those fun times back, even if it isn’t quite like what we knew before. Social distancing and mask mandates are still in place in California, but that doesn’t mean everyone has to stay home!

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Monday, September 14 2020

The V Tree Might Make You Go Vegan!

After recently being highlighted on local news channels during Black Restaurant Week, our client, The V Tree (Hollywood location) deserves another mention. They are currently taking part in Dine LA Restaurant Week, which continues through September 18th.

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Tuesday, September 8 2020

Meet Our September Employee of the Month: Clifton Bell

Our September Employee of the Month is Clifton Bell!

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Friday, September 4 2020

Our Founder Randy Hopp on CBS News!

Culinary Staffing Service owner and founder Randy Hopp was featured on CBS News as part of their “Who’s Hiring?” segment. Are you a job seeker? We make it so easy to apply! (watch the video to find out how!)

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Thursday, September 3 2020

Blue Can Water is Essential!

We’re proud of our client, Blue Can Water, for being the #1 provider of emergency drinking water in the world - right here in Southern California!

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Wednesday, September 2 2020

On Our Podcast: Your Insurance Questions, Answered.

Have you checked out our podcast yet? We’re six episodes along, and it’s been both fun and a great learning experience. Here’s the link to our main channel HERE.

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Monday, August 31 2020

We're Hiring!

We’re hiring, and now is a GREAT time to apply! Here’s Why.

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Wednesday, August 26 2020

Podcast! Navigating a Business Loan With SVP/Commercial Banking Officer Maria Hunter

Our latest podcast episode features Maria Hunter, Senior Vice President and Commercial Banking Officer at First Bank. If you’re considering a business loan for the future, or you’re already in the process of getting one, you’ll definitely appreciate Maria’s advice. And if these fifteen minutes don’t answer all your questions, please find below her article on navigating a business loan.

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Monday, August 24 2020

Dami's Famous Foods

Dami’s Famous Foods is a locally owned and loved purveyor of fine foods that grace the tables of farmer’s markets around Los Angeles. If you’re a regular at the Brentwood Farmer’s Market, you may know Dami’s for their gourmet chili and cornbread, or one of their delcicous southern-inspired cobblers. Baked goods, jarred soups, chilis and other treats by Chef/owner Damien Pierre should defiitely be on your foodie radar if they aren’t already. (tip: get the bison chili and the cornbread first)

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Friday, August 21 2020

Taco Nazo Verdict: Addicted!

One of our busiest clients, Taco Nazo, serves the most amazing fresh seafood-forward tacos, tortas, ceviche and other Baja favorites, and summer is their peak season (although we’ve never NOT seen a line outside, and fortunately it moves quickly!) Locals love this place for the authentic and delicious Mexican food and casual, outdoor dining experience. And our employees enjoy working there for the fast paced, high energy atmosphere!

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Friday, August 14 2020

Brittany Smith is our August Employee of the Month!

Brittany Smith joined Culinary Staffing Service in March 2019. She currently works for us as a dishwasher and tray line server, but has also worked as a cashier, and as well as an associate in the retail industry.

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Monday, August 10 2020

The "Restaurant Boss" Ryan Gromfin Redefines Management

In our fourth podcast episode, we speak with world-renowned restaurant coach Ryan Gromfin, also known as The Restaurant Boss.

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Friday, July 31 2020

We Are Open For Business!

We are there for each other, whether it’s to clean a table or share stories over a beer at the end of the night. And that means something.

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Thursday, July 30 2020

A Los Angeles Attorney Shares Legal Advice On Reopening Safely!

Our second podcast episode just dropped and if you’re a restaurant owner or work with franchises, you don’t want to miss it.

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Wednesday, July 29 2020

Our latest podcast: Pivoting your business

Restaurants, bars and hotels have been hit the hardest during the pandemic. But here’s a silver lining.

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Wednesday, July 15 2020

Our very first Employee of the Month is Kennard Goss!

Kennard has become a preferred employee at every venue he works.

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