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971: John Kunkel CEO at 50 Eggs Hospitality

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John Kunkel is the Founder & CEO of 50 Eggs Hospitality. John founded 50 Eggs back in 2004. This world-renowned hospitality group houses several forward-thinking concepts, including Capri, Spring Chicken, Wakuda, Yardbird, Spritz, and Chica. 50 Eggs Hospitality Group is a full-service culinary and hospitality firm focusing on developing cutting-edge brands that deliver unparalleled dining experiences throughout the United States and abroad. For John's full story and background, check out episode 250 with John Kunkel when he was first featured on Restaurant Unstoppable.

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Show notes…

Calls to ACTION!!!

Favor success quote/mantra:

  • "The Man in the Arena." by Theodore Roosevelt

In this episode with John Kunkel we will discuss:

  • Expansion, scaling, growth, and the future of both the industry and 50 Eggs Hospitality

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Knowledge bombs

  1. Which “it factor” habit, trait, or characteristic you believe most contributes to your success?
    • Discipline
  2. What is your biggest weakness?
    • Patience
  3. What's one thing you ask or look for when interviewing/growing your team?
    • Passion, enthusiasm
  4. What's a current challenge? How are you dealing with it?
    • Staffing
  5. Share one code of conduct or behavior you teach your team.
    • Integrity
  6. What is one uncommon standard of service you teach your staff?
    • Hospitality, personalize service
  7. What's one book we must read to become a better person or restaurant owner?
  8. What's one piece of technology you've adopted within your restaurant walls and how has it influence operations?
  9. If you got the news that you'd be leaving this world tomorrow and all memories of you, your work, and your restaurants would be lost with your departure with the exception of 3 pieces of wisdom you could leave behind for the good of humanity, what would they be?
    • High integrity, do the right thing
    • Take care of the ones you love
    • Do your best, no matter what

Contact:

Website: https://www.50eggsinc.com

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