
The Repertoire Podcast
Your Repertoire is the most valuable asset in your career.
It's the collection of skills, stories, experiences, and lessons you've had to hard-earn in this hospitality industry. What if you could ask some of the best professionals in the world how they built their Repertoire?
In this podcast, you can look forward to expert-led interviews by Chef Justin Khanna, breakdowns of news and stories that are impacting the industry, and the occasional bonus episode that might include a tactic or strategy that drastically improves your life.
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Latest episodes

Jul 3, 2025 • 37min
Repertoire Report: How GLP-1 Is Changing The Food Industry
Links: Nissin: https://www.fooddive.com/news/ramen-maker-nissin-launches-brand-to-attract-glp-1-users-health-conscious/751390/ Alinea: https://chicago.eater.com/closings/159756/fire-restaurant-closing-fulton-market-chicago-grant-achatz-alinea-group Food Navigator: https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025/07/01/glp-1s-food-industry-response/ Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-30/starbucks-beefs-up-hiring-process-in-search-for-best-baristas?srnd=phx-industries-consumer National Restaurant Association: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/restaurant-performance-index/ Wingstop: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/story/is-wingstop-on-the-verge-of-another-sales-tear/ Florida's New Law: https://www.tallahassee.com/story/entertainment/restaurants/2025/06/30/tallahassee-restaurants-feel-impact-of-no-shows-support-new-law/84322780007/
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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 5min
Repertoire Report: Michelin Debate, Reservation Charges, and JBS Hits The Stock Market
inks: JBS: https://www.fooddive.com/news/jbs-sec-approves-listing-nyse-meat-beef/746270/ World's 50 Best: https://www.theworlds50best.com/ Daniel Patterson: https://www.instagram.com/chefdanielpatterson/?hl=en Reservation Charges: https://people.com/restaurant-charges-diners-with-more-or-fewer-people-than-their-reservation-11754617
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Jun 11, 2025 • 44min
Repertoire Report: Restaurants Hold Strong, Virginia Drops Michelin, and Nerds Gummies To The Moon
National Restaurant Association: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/restaurant-performance-index/ Axios: https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2025/04/14/michelin-guide-dc-star-restaurants-virginia-declines Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-10/whole-foods-supplier-hack-leaves-empty-shelves-stalls-forklifts?srnd=phx-industries Food Dive: https://www.fooddive.com/news/how-nerds-gummy-clusters-became-the-candy-aisles-biggest-hit/748865/ NRN: https://www.nrn.com/expert-opinions/using-ai-to-write-help-wanted-posts-that-actually-work
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Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 6min
The MAD7 Symposium Recap: How Was It?
In this episode, Justin breaks down his time at the MAD7 Symposium. What is MAD7? It is the seventh edition of the MAD Symposium, a gathering that brings together hundreds of chefs, sommeliers, servers, bartenders, baristas, bakers, producers, and writers together beneath a big red circus tent in Copenhagen for two days of ideas, inspiration, and connection.
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May 28, 2025 • 37min
The Repertoire Report: Next Generation Of Cooks, Domestic Producers Poised To Win, And Klarna
National Restaurant Association Reporting: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/analysis-commentary/restaurants-projected-to-add-490k-seasonal-jobs-this-summer/ Klarna: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/analysis-commentary/restaurants-projected-to-add-490k-seasonal-jobs-this-summer/ Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2025-05-27/higher-food-prices-from-tariffs-has-restaurants-asking-sysco-for-help NBC New York: https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-international/mcdonalds-is-closing-its-cosmcs-restaurants/6277501/ Food Dive 1: https://www.fooddive.com/news/kraft-heinz-confirms-3-billion-investment-manufacturing-factory-mac-cheese-ketchup-tariffs-trump/748790/ Food Dive 2: https://www.fooddive.com/news/snap-congress-proposed-cuts-fmi-nga/748701/ Eater: https://www.eater.com/2025/5/22/24435230/food-stamps-cuts-snap-economic-policy-trump-farm-bill
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May 21, 2025 • 55min
The Repertoire Report: Airbnb's Big Bet On Chefs, CIA Investments, And SNAP Risks
Links: Airbnb: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1mglv2d455o NRA Reporting: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/analysis-commentary/elevated-costs-continue-to-pressure-restaurant-profitability/ NRA Career Website: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/analysis-commentary/new-association-website-spotlights-restaurant-jobs-and-career-paths/ Michelin Guide: https://guide.michelin.com/us/en CIA Investment: https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/One-Only-resort-coming-to-New-York-Hudson-Valley CIA Investment: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/culinary-institute-of-america-thimus-and-alamance-foods-team-up-for-groundbreaking-research-study-302456637.html Food Dive: https://www.fooddive.com/news/food-ingredients-reformulation-rfk-artificial-dyes/748274/ No Kid Hungry SNAP: https://www.nokidhungry.org/blog/five-facts-how-snap-helps-kids Direct link to tell Congress to save SNAP Benefits: https://secure.nokidhungry.org/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=522&s_src=advo&s_subsrc=1I000DD2551WHFXAAD0&_gl=1%2A1b73dn1%2A_gcl_au%2AMjM5Mjg3Mjk3LjE3NDc2OTM0MDM.
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May 14, 2025 • 35min
The Repertoire Report: Menu Prices Rise, Groceries Fall, And The Success Of Shake Shack
Wegman's Next Door: https://www.wegmansnextdoor.com/rochester-new-york/events/ McDonald's Hiring: https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/12/business/mcdonalds-hiring-announcement Menu Prices Rising: https://www.nrn.com/restaurant-finance/menu-prices-increased-in-april-for-the-third-month-in-a-row Third Spaces: https://www.nrn.com/quick-service/restaurants-embrace-the-return-of-the-third-place Fast Casual Success: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/story/why-fast-casual-keeps-winning/ Follow us on Tik Tok and Instagram!
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May 7, 2025 • 1h 1min
Repertoire Report: Tariffs, Michelin Guide Expansion, And Reservation Platforms
This episode focuses on the very real impact tariffs are expected to have on both independent restaurants and chains across the country. Justin and Ray discuss the pros of the Michelin Guide expansion into the South, and also discuss their worries about the accessibility of this style of dining to a broader audience. Finally, the two take on the idea of platforms that sell exclusive reservation options, and the negative effects this can have on the food industry as a whole. Show Notes: National Restaurant Association Tariff Statement: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/media/press-releases/national-restaurant-association-statement-on-trump-reciprocal-tariff-announcement/ National Restaurant Association Performance Index: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/restaurant-performance-index/ Michelin Guide Expansion: https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/news-and-views/michelin-guide-alabama-mississippi-louisiana-tennessee-north-south-carolina-atlanta Pepperoni Price Index: https://www.businessinsider.com/frozen-pizza-sales-recession-indicator-stock-market-crash-consumer-trends-2025-4
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May 22, 2024 • 1h 8min
Alessandra Ciuffo | Food “Unicorns”, Documenting in Kitchens, and Growing Food Media - Ep. 168
Show Notes: Alessandra's Site: https://alessandraciuffo.com/about/ Flavors by Ale on IG: https://www.instagram.com/flavorsbyale/?hl=en Trattoria l'Incontro: https://trattorialincontro.com/ ICE Culinary Program: https://www.ice.edu/campus-programs/culinary-arts-associate-degree Rachael Ray: https://rachaelray.com/If you come across something you ended up having to search for, send me a message to help make this Show Notes better!—🤑 To learn more about courses, community, and coaching for hospitality creators: https://www.joinrepertoire.comJoin Repertoire Pro Community: **https://www.joinrepertoire.com/pro-membership**—What's next? 👇Share the PodcastGet on my Email NewsletterRepertoire Pro Community for Industry ProfessionalsSupport the show for just $5 a month - join the Community!My latest upload on YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet in touch with JustinTweet at JustinFollow along on InstagramSign up for one-on-one Coaching with JustinBrowse the gear used to create this💌Send me mail:Justin Khanna212 Broadway E #22725Seattle WA 98118
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Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 31min
Eddie Shepherd | Productivity in Pop Ups, Skill Stacking, and Plant-Based Tasting Menus - Ep. 167
Eddie's Bio from his website: Eddie Shepherd is an award winning modern plant-based chef.At the forefront of contemporary plant-based cuisine Eddie takes inspiration from nature to create delicious, exciting food with a modern aesthetic.Eddie runs the unique ‘Walled Gardens’ underground restaurant in Manchester, serving a modern 12 course tasting menu in an informal atmosphere. All the food is prepared and served by the chef for just 8 diners per night, making this an intimate but relaxed, unique fine dining experience.Eddie was awarded 'Chef of the Year' for 2023 at the Manchester Food and Drink Awards.The Walled Gardens was listed as one of the top 100 restaurants in the World and Number 6 in the UK in the We're Smart Green Guild.Show Notes:Eddie's SiteEddie on IGEddie on YouTubeEddie's food photography tutorialEddie's Dandelion videosBooks:Grant Achatz Alinea CookbookFat Duck cookbookFolks mentioned: Justin MooreAlec Soth
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