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HRBUniversal is proud to announce the launch of our newest media venture: The “Mise En Place (MEEZ-ahn-PLAH)” Culture First Podcast.

In the culinary world, mise en place means "everything in its place." It is the invisible infrastructure behind every flawless service. We believe the exact same principle applies to leadership. Designed specifically for hospitality owners, operators, and managers, this podcast explores a fundamental truth: organizational safety, compliance, and operational excellence begin and end with you. When leadership establishes a non-negotiable standard for excellence, that culture naturally trickles down to frontline staff, transforming the day-to-day environment.

The Pillars of a "Culture First" Operation

Each week, we move beyond superficial management trends to dissect the core regulatory and cultural pillars that protect your brand, reduce liability, and optimize your workforce. Our deep-dive episodes and multi-week masterclass series provide actionable strategies across critical areas:

  • Food Safety & Quality Assurance: Moving past the health inspection checklist to build an active managerial control system that safeguards your guests and your reputation.
  • Responsible Alcohol Service: Implementing robust training and mitigation strategies to manage liability, ensure guest safety, and protect your liquor license.
  • OSHA Regulations & Workplace Safety: Navigating complex federal and state compliance mandates to eliminate workplace hazards and cultivate an accident-free environment.
  • Labor Relations & Fair Practices: Staying ahead of evolving labor laws, fair wage standards, and scheduling regulations to minimize legal exposure.
  • Human Resources & People Culture: Crafting an ecosystem that attracts, develops, and retains top-tier talent, effectively neutralizing high turnover rates.
  • Comprehensive Regulatory Compliance: A holistic approach to local, state, and federal oversight, ensuring your business stays ahead of changing legislation.

The Bottom Line: A culture built on non-negotiable operational standards doesn't just mitigate risk—it drives efficiency, boosts employee morale, stabilizes retention, and ultimately delivers a more predictable, profitable bottom line.

Choose How You Connect

Whether you prefer an in-depth audio breakdown during your morning commute or a full visual broadcast from the comfort of your office, we have you covered.

🎧 Audio Broadcasts

Subscribe, download, and listen to the audio edition on your favorite streaming platform:

📺 Video Broadcasts

Watch the full visual production and experience our deep-dives on the big screen:

  • HRB Network: Available directly on Roku and Fire TV. Simply open your device's app store, search for “HRB Network,” and add the channel to start streaming instantly.

Elevate your leadership, protect your assets, and put your culture in place today.

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In our latest episode, we take a deep dive into the "Safe Food and Water" section of the FDA Food Code Inspection Sheet. Learn how to protect your score, maintain active managerial control, and master Good Retail Practices behind the line:Item #30 – Pasteurized Eggs Used Where Required: When and where to substitute pasteurized eggs for raw eggs in recipes like Caesar dressing, hollandaise, or pooled egg prep.Item #31 – Water & Ice from Approved Source: Standard requirements for public and non-public water systems, ice safety, and annual testing compliance.Item #32 – Variance Obtained for Specialized Processing Methods: What chefs and operators must know about obtaining regulatory variances and HACCP plans for techniques like sous-vide, curing, or sushi rice acidification.Whether you are optimizing your daily commute, working behind the line, or unwinding at home, accessing our content is seamless across all major media platforms.🎧 Audio & 📺 Video Streaming (On the Go) Never miss an episode—subscribe and stream through your platform of choice:Direct Web Portals: Stream directly via miseenplaceculturefirst.com or HRBUNI.com, as well as Riverside.🎙️ Audio & Video Podcast: Search for “Mise En Place” Culture First on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or your favorite podcast aggregator.📺 On the Big Screen & Mobile Transform your viewing experience by streaming video episodes of our flagship series, Mise En Place Culture First Podcast, broadcast exclusively on the HRB Network.Pro Tip for Smart TV Users: If you stream via Roku, Google TV or Amazon Fire TV, search for the “HRB Network” app to install the channel and stream full-length video episodes in high definition directly from your living room.📲 Take HRB Network wherever you go. Download the new mobile web app: HRBUNI.com/APPUntil our next broadcast, stay focused, continue to innovate, and remain relentless in your pursuit of excellence.#MiseEnPlace #CultureFirst #FoodSafety #FDAFoodCode #RestaurantManagement #ChefLife #CulinaryExcellence #HRBNetwork #KitchenCompliance #SafeFoodAndWater
🎙️ NEW EPISODE OUT NOW: Pulse! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive (October 23, 2026) 🏨🍽️🍸The latest edition of Pulse! is live, bringing you the essential market intelligence, operational trends, and technological breakthroughs reshaping the hospitality landscape!Key Highlights in Today's Episode:Hotel Earnings & RevPAR Strength: IHG reports strong Q3 U.S. RevPAR growth (+6.9%) backed by solid economic fundamentals, while new Q3 data from Kalibri Labs shows direct Loyalty Member Rates outperforming third-party OTA channels.Restaurant Economic Ripple Effect: An OpenTable study reveals how restaurant dining traffic drives additional consumer spending across surrounding local neighborhood businesses, even as operators leverage tech tools to manage margin pressures.Future of Bars & Beverage Trends: Recent research highlights how Gen Z is visiting bars at above-average rates while raising expectations for flavor-forward, low-and-no-alcohol options and social experience design.Hospitality Robotics & AI Integration: From autonomous back-of-house linen transport to AI-driven energy systems and pay-with-points digital checkout solutions, technology is driving productivity gains across properties.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered.🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com.📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP.📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV.Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityIndustry #HotelManagement #RestaurantTrends #BarIndustry #HospitalityNews #PulseDeepDive #HRBUniversal #FandB #HospitalityTech #HotelDevelopment #GenZTrends #RestaurantOperations #HospitalityLeadership
From major brand turnarounds to AI-driven kitchens and nostalgia-filled dining rooms, the hospitality landscape is shifting fast. In this double-header episode of Pulse!, we break down the top operational intelligence, market trends, and strategic moves shaping the industry today.🚨 Key Stories & Episode HighlightsMarket Revivals & Strategic Moves: We dive into Wendy's multi-pronged strategy for brand revival, Shake Shack’s menu innovation blending global and local flavors, and how private equity firm scaling is impacting small, independent restaurants.Tech Innovations & Operational AI: From Boogie Bakery’s AI-powered sourdough fermenter to Taco Bell’s rewards gamification, tech is reshaping operations. Plus, insights from the Toast 2026 Restaurant AI Report showing 53% of manager AI queries occur right in the middle of lunch and dinner rushes.Experiential Dining & Culinary Nostalgia: Explore the rise of the "grandma-core" nostalgia dining trend, Midwestern tavern-style pizza going national, and the iconic operational model of Ellen's Stardust Diner where servers sing while they serve.Major Industry & Real Estate Shifts: Critical updates on KFC’s major beverage switch to Coca-Cola alongside Taco Bell’s expanding drink innovation, plus massive hotel transactions including the $241.36 million sale of the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered.🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com.📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP.📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV.Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityIndustry #HotelNews #RestaurantTech #BarIndustry #PulsePodcast #HRBUniversal #HospitalityLeadership #FoodserviceTrends #RestaurantManagement #HotelExecutive #CulinaryTrends #HospitalityNews
Hospitality executives, operators, and culinary leaders—the latest episode of Pulse! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive is live! In this episode, we break down today's crucial operational, financial, and regulatory headlines:🔥 Key News Blocks Covered in Today's Deep Dive:Critical Receiving & Food Safety Alerts: A massive recall of 1.58 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products from Kayem Foods was triggered after a vigilant receiving check caught temperature abuse in warehouse storage. Plus, updates on an E. coli outbreak linked to chicken wraps that has grown to 50 cases, and essential reminders on bare-hand contact protocols and Food Code compliance.Corporate Shakeups & Financial Restructuring: True Food Kitchen has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and put itself up for sale after closing multiple locations. Meanwhile, we analyze 7-Eleven’s ongoing turnaround efforts and shrinking franchisee footprints across Wendy's locations.Menu Innovation & Consumer Trends: Chili's debuts its new Chicken Parm Big Crispy featuring fried mozzarella, Outback Steakhouse rolls out its upgraded Best Steaks Ever lineup, adult happy meals combine nostalgia with premium ingredients, and Teriyaki Madness launches drone delivery to doorsteps in Texas.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered.🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com.📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP.📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV.Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #HospitalityIndustry #RestaurantNews #HotelManagement #FoodSafety #CulinaryInnovation #RestaurantTrends #FoodAndBeverage #HospitalityLeadership #TrueFoodKitchen #ChilisBigCrispy #KayemRecall #CStoreNews #ExecutiveLeadership
🚨 NOW STREAMING: The October 19, 2026 Episode of PULSE! Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive 🍽️🏨🍸In today’s headline shake-up, we break down the high-stakes moves reshaping commercial hospitality, QSR operations, and foodservice enterprise strategy:🔥 QSR Beverage Wars: KFC makes a seismic swap from Pepsi to Coca-Cola to reignite U.S. traffic, while Taco Bell targets $5B in drink sales with new horchata test menus.⚖️ Regulatory Overhauls: What Governor Gavin Newsom’s latest California legislative wave and the newly released FDA 2026 Food Code mean for your back-of-house SOPs and compliance logs.🏢 Real Estate & Restructuring: How hotel owners are leveraging soft-brand conversions to dodge heavy PIP costs, plus analysis on CPG bankruptcy signals (Hain Celestial, True Food Kitchen) vs. rapid QSR expansions (Zaxby's NYC entry).⚙️ Culinary Operations: Menu matrix audits, managing diesel-driven food inflation, and cutting prime costs below 60% to build repeatable, non-founder-dependent systems.Stay Ahead with “Pulse! : Today’s Hotel, Restaurant & Bar Industry News Deep Dive” brought to you by HRBUniversal. Don’t miss a beat! Whether you're commuting to work or unwinding on the couch, we've got your industry insights covered.🎧 On the Go? Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Deezer, or visit HRBUni.com.📲 Mobile App: Take the HRB Network with you everywhere by getting our mobile web app at HRBUni.com/APP.📺 Big Screen Experience: Level up your show viewing—stream Pulse directly on TV via Roku or Amazon Fire TV.Until next time, keep innovating and striving for excellence!#HospitalityIndustry #HotelManagement #RestaurantNews #BarIndustry #HospitalityTrends #QSRStrategy #FoodAndBeverage #FDACode #HRBUniversal #PulsePodcast #CulinaryLeadership #RestaurantOperations #SoftBranding #HospitalityNews #BeverageWars
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