Jim Bitticks, President and COO of Dave’s Hot Chicken, shares insider insights on building a billion-dollar hospitality brand. From a humble $900 East Hollywood pop-up to one of the fastest-growing food industry sensations, Jim reveals leadership strategies, hospitality culture, and growth secrets vital for scaling with integrity. Dive into hospitality…
I ran into the iconic Sofía Vergara, who was serving up her unbelievable empanadas (and trust me, they tasted every bit as amazing as you’d imagine). Only in New York! Had an incredible time at the Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival, surrounded by some of the…
Wait… did Long John Silver's, LLC just swap their fish for a chicken? 🐔 That’s right — the iconic seafood brand just made waves by updating its logo and identity to feature a chicken instead of the classic fish. It’s bold. It’s unexpected. And it signals a new era for…
#Bloopers we all get a case of the giggles every now and then.... Follow along as The Restaurant Guy takes his safari through NYC’s most talked-about sandwiches. Subscribe to our channel to catch every bite: https://www.youtube.com/@hospitalityhangout #Foodie #NYC #Foodie #NYCFood #photofomo
Every leader in #hospitality loves Amazon Business. And honestly… how can you blame them? From streamlining operations to simplifying supply chains, Amazon Business has become the quiet MVP behind so many of the industry’s biggest brands. And now — they’re teaming up with The Hospitality Hangout. Get ready for conversations…
Here’s the reality: 1 in 5 children in the U.S. struggles with hunger. That’s millions of kids who don’t get a meal every day. We sat down with the CEO of Chipotle to talk about the Summer Pledge to End Summer Hunger — and what the restaurant industry can do…
We asked 100 New Yorkers who has the best slice in the city… 99 said Prince Street Pizza. #PrinceStreetPizza #NYC #Pizza #nypizza
Imagine finishing your order — and with one simple click, you’re not just feeding yourself… you’re also feeding a hungry child. On the latest episode of The Hospitality Hangout, we hear from Noah Glass, Founder & CEO of Olo, about how he introduced a simple yet powerful piece of functionality…
We’re turning up the heat this Tuesday as we welcome Jim Bitticks, CFE, President & COO of Dave's Hot Chicken, to the Podcast! 🌶️ From a parking lot pop-up to one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands in America, Jim shares how Dave’s turned spice, culture, and craveability into a national…
Think you know The Restaurant Guy? Let’s find out… Sure — you’ve seen him on The Hospitality Hangout interviewing top CEOs and founders, and you’ve watched him on The Sandwich Safari debating what actually qualifies as a sandwich. But beyond the mic and the safari hat, he's the real deal…
Did you know that on the Toast platform, restaurant operators can literally flip a switch in the backend — and instantly give guests the option to round up their check to support No Kid Hungry? It’s that simple. One click = one powerful way to make a difference. Through this…
So apparently… I'm the only one who didn’t know what “Mike’s Way” meant? Turns out “Mike’s Way” isn’t just a slogan — it’s the way! (For anyone else who doesn’t know, it’s onions, lettuce, tomatoes, olive oil blend, red wine vinegar, and spices — the perfect balance of flavor that…
This week on The Hospitality Hangout, we’re honored to welcome Anne Filipic, CEO of No Kid Hungry / Share Our Strength, for a powerful and purpose-driven conversation. Anne joins us to share why No Kid Hungry does what they do — tackling one of the most critical issues facing our…
🎥 Introducing something brand new from The Hospitality Hangout… The “FOODFLUENCERS” series!!! Our newest podcast + video series spotlighting the people who influence your food choices. From viral bites to behind-the-scenes brand collabs, these are the creators shaping what (and where) we eat. This week, we kicked filming off with…
In this special episode, recorded live at the Prosper Forum, the Hospitality Hangout shines a light on how hospitality leaders are tackling childhood hunger. Featuring Anne Filipic, CEO of Share Our Strength and leader of the No Kid Hungry campaign, along with industry experts Scott Boatwright of Chipotle, Noah Glass…
Where’s your favorite sandwich spot — and what do you even call a sandwich? 🥪 It’s one of those debates that never gets old. From subs to hoagies to grinders… or maybe you’re team hero? In honor of our Hospitality Hangout podcast episode featuring Mike Manzo, former COO of Jersey…
🥯 The age-old question we’ve been asking on the Sandwich Safari… Is a bagel a sandwich? The answer is — and will always be — YES. Once you cut a bagel and put something on it…BOOM. Sandwich. Disagree? Let’s take this debate to the comments 👇 Brought to you by…
Have you ever wondered what the CEO of your favorite restaurant orders? What’s the go-to meal for the heads of Starbucks, McDonald’s, Chipotle, or Shake Shack? We get the answers — straight from the source — on the Hospitality Hangout Podcast. 🎙 This week, we went on a Sandwich Safari…
🍝 It’s National Pasta Day! And we’re celebrating inside The Restaurant Guy’s own spot, Isabelle’s Osteria! From running restaurants to interviewing the biggest names in hospitality — we do it all on the Hospitality Hangout Podcast. 🎧 Subscribe and find out what makes this industry so delicious. #NationalPastaDay #IsabellesOsteria #Hospitality…
Church's Texas Chicken coming to NYC soon??? Church’s Texas Chicken was founded in 1952 right across the street from the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas — and it only sold fried chicken at first. No sides, no biscuits, just crispy perfection! Fast forward to today, and Church’s Texas Chicken has…
#Bloopers But seriously, remembering names is SO HARD!!!! Follow along as The Restaurant Guy takes his safari through NYC’s most talked-about sandwiches. Subscribe to our channel to catch every bite: https://www.youtube.com/@hospitalityhangout #Foodie #NYC #Foodie #NYCFood #photofomo
When you’ve interviewed Mike Manzo, the former COO of Jersey Mike’s, you know we had to do a Sandwich Safari! And sorry Mr. DeVito — we’re not stealing your sub-spokesperson gig… just taking a few bites out of the spotlight. From sandwich secrets to scaling a national brand, te Hangout…
Every great episode has a story that gets everyone laughing — and this one delivers. Please join us in welcoming Roland Gonzalez, CEO of Church's Texas Chicken, to the Hospitality Hangout Be the first to listen by subscribing on your favorite platform!
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