Think 100,000+ followers is the key to filling your restaurant? Think again. Going viral on social media may sound great, but if you’re not winning your local neighborhood—your seats will stay empty.

Welcome back for Season 2, Episode 1 of the Restaurant Roundtable!

In today’s episode, we’re hacking social media with Chef Chad Rosenthal—YES, THE 2x Food Network Star—AND he beat Bobby Flay! Chef Chad is here to show you how to post smarter and actually get people through your doors.

The secret ingredient? Authenticity! The best restaurants don’t just chase likes—they build community.

Get ready to learn:

• Why going VIRAL doesn’t always equal PROFITABLE
• How to be a good social media manager, generate posts, and not feel FAKE while doing it!
• How to turn online interactions into real-life foot traffic
• Tips & tricks for Instagram Marketing and getting good business marketing analytics
• The biggest social media and marketing tips killing restaurant businesses today!

Don’t just be an influencer–be an impact maker! Tune in to learn how to hack social media the right way.

ABOUT THE PODCAST:

Kraft Heinz Away From Home presents:

THE RESTAURANT ROUNDTABLE

Wondering what the secret is to running a restaurant that doesn’t just survive–but thrives? You’ve found it. The Restaurant Roundtable brings together accomplished restaurant owners and special guests to uncover practical strategies for building better businesses, healthier lifestyles, and stronger communities.

And you can find our amazing hosts and chefs at:

• Avishar Barua: / dineatagni
• BJ Lieberman: / eatchapmans
• Kate Djupe: / heyacake
• Shanika Sheppard: / marlowscheesesteaks
• Chad Rosenthal / chefchadrosenthal

And you can get more of Kraft Heinz Home Away From Home at:

• Facebook: / kraftheinzawayfromhomeus
• Instagram: / kraftheinzafh
• LinkedIn: / kraft-heinz-away-from-home-us
• TikTok: / kraftheinzawayfromhome

Website: https://www.kraftheinzawayfromhome.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Balancing food quality and customer service has never been more critical in today’s fast-changing restaurant landscape. Which matters more to customers?

In today’s episode of The Restaurant Roundtable, we tackle a key question: Is great food enough to make up for poor service?

Balancing delicious dishes and exceptional service is tougher than ever, especially with staffing challenges. Tune in to hear restaurant owners share their stories and game-changing tips you can start using today! Whether you’re a restauranteur, a chef, or just curious about what keeps diners coming back, this episode delivers real-life insights to help restaurants thrive!

ABOUT THE PODCAST:

Kraft Heinz Away From Home presents The Restaurant Roundtable

Being successful in the world of restaurants is incredibly hard. But what if it could be easier? The Restaurant Roundtable features accomplished restaurant owners along with special guests where we explore ways to build better businesses, healthier lifestyles and stronger communities.

MEET OUR HOSTS:

Avishar Barua - https://www.instagram.com/dineatagni/

BJ Lieberman - https://www.instagram.com/eatchapmans/

Kate Djupe - http://instagram.com/heyacake

Shanika and Jomar Sheppard - https://www.instagram.com/marlowscheesesteaks

GET MORE FROM KRAFT HEINZ AWAY FROM HOME:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KraftHeinzAwayFromHomeUS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kraftheinzafh

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kraft-heinz-away-from-home-us/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kraftheinzawayfromhome

Website: https://www.kraftheinzawayfromhome.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.