Restaurant Talk By Save Fry Oil

About Restaurant Talk By Save Fry Oil

Join a rotating lineup of restaurant industry experts as they sit down for one-on-one chats with restaurateurs, restaurant managers, and restaurant marketers. These conversations dive into real stories, hard lessons, and challenges overcome while launching successful restaurants and growing commercial restaurant chains. We also feature insights from corporate restaurant management experts who bring a broader view of scaling and leading at the enterprise level. You'll hear everything from building smart restaurants management system strategies to setting up a system for restaurant management and creating better training for restaurant employees. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an industry veteran, you'll come away with ideas you can put to work in the real world.

Publisher

Duncan Hunter

Category

arts · business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Mar 2025

Latest episode

5 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Dec 2025

   Episode 13 : Black Restaurant Week - Supporting 1,500+ Culinary Businesses

   Host Kieron Bailey interviews Falayn Ferrell, Chairwoman of Feed the Soul Foundation, about Black Restaurant Week's support for over 1,500 culinary businesses and the importance of restaurants within their communities.

2. 

   25 Nov 2025

   Episode 12 : Is 50% of Your Restaurant's Success & Profit Decided Before You Open?

   Host Chrissy Symeonakis interviews Ivan Brewer, founder of Peiso, who shares his journey and explains how pre-opening decisions significantly impact a restaurant's profitability, revealing flaws in the hospitality industry's approach.

3. 

   17 Nov 2025

   Episode 11 : Second Gen Restaurants: Modernize Without Losing Your Roots

   Second-generation restaurant owners Joanna and Jeanette of Yueh Tung Restaurant discuss modernizing a legacy business while navigating gender dynamics and marketing demands in an interview with Susan Tung.

4. 

   7 Nov 2025

   Episode 10 : Restaurant Owners — Scale Delivery Without Tech Hassles

   Host Kieron Bailey interviews Chris Heffernan, CEO of dlivrd Technologies, about how restaurants utilize integrated technology to streamline off-premise operations and implement people-first business practices.

5. 

   23 Oct 2025

   Episode 10 : Meet the Restaurant Talk Hosts: Strange Orders and Real Stories

   Hosts Kieron Bailey, Chrissy Symeonakis, and Susan Tung introduce themselves and discuss strange customer orders, comfort foods, and accidental careers in the hospitality industry, revealing their passion for sharing industry stories.

6. 

   28 Aug 2025

   Jim Harris: Embracing Technology in Hospitality"

   Kieron Bailey interviews Jim Harris of Western Computer about how technology, including AI and robotics, is transforming hospitality operations and customer experiences.

7. 

   5 Aug 2025

   Rachel Smalling on Navigating Customer Expectations and Reviews

   Rachel Smalling, owner of multiple hospitality businesses, discusses managing customer expectations and reviews with Susan, highlighting the importance of communication and character-based hiring in this interview.

8. 

   1 Aug 2025

   From Cardiff to Amsterdam: David Burton's Hard Rock Journey

   Kieron Bailey interviews David Burton, who recounts his 20-year Hard Rock Cafe journey from Cardiff to Amsterdam, highlighting kitchen challenges and the industry's unique camaraderie.

9. 

   29 Jul 2025

   How To Successfully Open New Restaurants With Jae Lee

   Chef Jae Lee shares his experiences opening multiple restaurants, highlighting his passion for Korean-American cuisine and offering insights into leadership, in an interview with The Restaurant Mom.

10. 

    25 Jul 2025

    Viral Chinese Restaurant Great Fountain's Anna Ping Discusses Tradition vs Innovation

    Anna Ping of Great Fountain discusses balancing tradition with innovation in her family's Hong Kong-style restaurant, highlighting social media's impact and staffing challenges, in an interview with Susan Tung.

11. 

    23 Jul 2025

    Jamie Henderson of Wagamama on Food Innovation and Team Culture with Kieron Bailey

    Food Development Chef Jamie Henderson recounts his 16-year journey with Wagamama, discussing food innovation, team culture, and the importance of relationships with suppliers in this interview with Kieron Bailey.

12. 

    9 Jun 2025

    Anton Kinloch & Susan Tung: Overcoming Challenges In Opening Restaurants & Cocktail Bars

    Restaurant owner Anton Kinloch discusses opening Lone Wolf Cocktail Bar with host Susan Tung, highlighting the importance of cocktails and customer education for introducing new cuisines in this interview.

13. 

    13 May 2025

    Chef Way & Restauranteur Susan Tung: Building Sustainable Restaurant Systems

    Episode Summary In this candid conversation, Chef Waymond Wesley II (Chef Way), a chef influencer and soon-to-be restaurant operator, speaks with Susan Tung, owner of Hanoi House, a Vietnamese restaurant in Peterborough, Ontario. They discuss growing up in the restaurant industry, transitioning from traditional family operations to modern restaurant management, balancing work and family life, and the importance of systems, personnel management, and financial awareness in running a successful restaurant. Key Topics Discussed: Susan's experience growing up as a "restaurant kid" in her family's Chinese restaurant, The Golden Wheel The transition from traditional family restaurant operations to modern, systems-based management The importance of documentation, standardized recipes, and proper training Financial management and knowing your numbers as a restaurant owner Creating a positive workplace culture and hiring for values rather than just experience Balancing restaurant ownership with family life and parenting The challenges and rewards of the restaurant industry Guest Information Susan Tung is a restaurateur with years of experience in the food and beverage industry. She currently owns Hanoi House, a Vietnamese restaurant, and previously owned a Japanese restaurant. Susan also runs Electric City Catering and hosts the Table 13 podcast. Follow her on Instagram at @susantung. Host Information Chef Waymond Wesley II (Chef Way) is a chef influencer, lawyer, and first-time restaurant operator preparing to open a restaurant in 2026. He specializes in techniques combining Japanese, Italian, and French culinary traditions. Follow him on Instagram at @chefway__ and @chefsquirehospitality, or visit his w...

14. 

    18 Mar 2025

    Introduction To Restaurant Talk by Save Fry Oil

    Restaurant Talk by Save Fry Oil is all about real conversations with restaurant owners and managers about what it takes to succeed. We ask direct questions about their challenges, missed opportunities, and biggest wins. We also break down commercial kitchen efficiency, from layout and workflow to cost-saving equipment, hardware, and ordering processes. With a rotating lineup of industry experts, we deliver practical insights for those serious about running a successful restaurant.

Who has been a guest on Restaurant Talk By Save Fry Oil

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Falayn Ferrell
• Ivan Brewer
• Joanna
• Jeanette
• Chris Heffernan

Reach and audience

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100

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Quality

46

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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