Own Your Shift

33 years of experience

I’ve spent my life in restaurants—starting as a dishwasher at 14, working my way up to Executive Chef, and later helping thousands of restaurants improve their profitability. Along the way, I’ve sat across the table from owners risking their life savings, managers juggling chaos, servers chasing tips, and sales reps hustling to make a living.

What I’ve learned is simple: success in this industry doesn’t come from luck—it comes from showing up, adding value, and thinking like an owner.

I’m not here to throw theory at you. I’m here to share what I’ve learned from talking with thousands of owners, managers, employees, and sales reps—the real-world lessons that can help you earn more, stand out, and build a career you’re proud of.

If you want to stop being “just another worker” and start being the kind of professional people remember, respect, and reward—you’re in the right place

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About Own Your Shift

Empowering restaurant professionals through shared experiences and insights, fostering a community of growth and innovation in the industry.

“This isn’t school, it’s survival. Own Your Shift gives you the skills to turn a job into a career—and maybe even make your manager’s life less of a dumpster fire.”

Our Mission

“To help hourly restaurant employees earn more money, gain more respect, and build long-term opportunities by teaching the simple life and business skills that managers and owners truly value. We cut through the fluff with real-world lessons that make shifts smoother, guests happier, and restaurants more profitable—so employees can own their shift, not just survive it.”

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