Ever wonder what it’s actually like working a holiday a restaurant? Veteran servers with 30 years plus experience discuss what it is like during the chaos; From double-booked reservations to last-minute large parties. Those of you who have ever worked in hospitality will recognize what we reveal behind the curtain.

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The Las Vegas Strip has become very expensive. We stayed on the Las Vegas Strip to discover the deals, budget hacks and happy hours that you may not know about. Can we do an affordable trip to Vegas without missing out on the best parts.

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They say Las Vegas is empty… so we went anyway. In this podcast, we reveal our findings on our recent trip to the Las Vegas Strip. What is it really like right now: crowds (or lack of them), hotel vibes, casino floors, restaurant waits, and how it feels to visit today. We’ll walk through major spots on the Strip, check out prices and deals. If you’re planning a Las Vegas trip soon, this show will offer some perspective.

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If you’ve ever been slammed on a busy shift, you know what it feels like to be “in the weeds.” In this server training, you’ll learn exactly why we get into the weeds and a simple system to stay organized, prioritize constantly, control timing, and recover fast during a rush. Perfect for new servers and veterans who want smoother shifts, higher tips, and lower stress.

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What’s In My Apron: 30-Year Server’s Must-Haves. After three decades on the floor, these are the tools I never work a shift without. In this video, I break down every item I carry, why it matters, and how it saves time, tips, and sanity during a busy service.

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Are you handing strangers your “toilet phone”? In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, Veteran restaurant servers discuss how Your Phone Is 10x Dirtier Than a Toilet. Your cell phone has germs you can’t see and we tell you how to clean them. Over 30 years in the service industry has made me aware of the drawbacks from working with the public. People ask me to take pictures with their cell phones and it is always a cringe moment. Over 70 percent of people take their cell phones to the bathroom. No I do not want to touch your toilet phone.

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Does soaking silverware in a glass of hot water actually sanitize it? In this episode, two veteran restaurant servers (30+ years in the industry) debunk the “hot water myth” and explain what really sanitizes silverware, why plastic utensils aren’t a safer alternative, and how to dine smarter without introducing new risks like microplastics.

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As longtime servers in the restaurant industry, we've watched Red Lobster go through quite the journey, from being America's go-to middle-class seafood celebration spot to dealing with pandemic struggles, that whole unlimited shrimp disaster, bankruptcy, and now a complete rebrand under new CEO Damola Adamolekun .

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Have you ever looked at a menu and thought, "Wait, what does that mean?" Do you know the difference between flammable and inflammable? In this podcast episode, we're breaking down the most confusing words in English that are found in food labels and restaurant menus. We are covering common words that don't always mean what you think they do.

From shelled peanuts (does that mean with or without the shell?) to pitted olives, boneless vs. deboned chicken, and even garnished dishes, we're clearing up the confusion with a little humor and some insider restaurant knowledge.

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In this podcast, we are ranking the top 10 national breakfast food chain restaurants. Service, nostalgia, and number of locations are among some of the metrics used in our rankings. You may love a classic diner, or you were looking for a new restaurant that serves breakfast. See why these restaurants have earned their spot on our list. Listen as we breakdown what makes each of these restaurants stand out and why they deserve their spot on our list.

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