https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast--6709172ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.
This podcast will dive into the world of business when it comes to preparing and serving food to consumers.
]]>enFoodPodgohttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/93adb2225290afa44d4da5b83ed3f88e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast--6709172Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:45:21 +0000PodgoPodgobooking@podgo.ioHost Kurt Huffman, the owner of ChefStable discusses what prime cost is and how to use it to grow your food business. We talk about the start of his company, the secret ingredient to a successful restaurant and what differentiates ChefStable from...ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.
This podcast will dive into the world of business when it comes to preparing and serving food to consumers.
]]>false4b7e1f4c-5817-5bca-8324-d8d34e29dcfeepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-10-let-s-get-fiscal--67351018Music Credit - Jazz Brunch Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/]]>gtWUjdfEHWed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoEvery successful business needs a strong financial foundation and plan. In this episode of Prime Cost Kurt and Audra discuss restaurant finances. They walk through bookkeeping software, payroll, tips, write offs and more. Music Credit - Jazz...Music Credit - Jazz Brunch Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/]]>2573false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-9-pos-systems-finding-the-lesser-of-evils--67351015MY6V-VKsdWed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoGone are the days of Micros. We are now bombarded with choices: What software do I choose? What upgrades do I buy? How do I track payroll? Audra and Kurt are back from their hiatus are are discussing everything from reservation systems to price...2090false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-8-insurance--67351020TRLHZcqgjWed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoHost Kurt Huffman is solo this week, as Audra is visiting the Great Land of Alaska. This week, Kurt explores all things insurance. He goes over all the different types of insurance restaurant owners need to think about.2510false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-7-why-is-labor-so-cheap-in-france--67351022]]>7Hqa2_mpXWed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoSeason 1 Episode #7: In this episode of Prime Cost, Kurt calls in from France again. This time to discuss the differences between French and American restaurant operations. ]]>2429false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-5-i-have-a-restaurant-idea-what-now-part-1--67351021]]>UxyirsMydWed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoKurt and Audra change up the podcast style this week. Audra, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America asks the questions she has about what it actually takes to start a restaurant business. The two discuss everything from insurance to what to...]]>2651false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-6-i-have-a-restaurant-idea-what-now-part-2--67351019Q6abqH6mQWed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoIn this episode Kurt calls Audra from France to continue their conversation about opening restaurants. They talk about restaurant design, POS systems, and how to get customers through the door! Kurt will be recording podcasts with friends across...2976false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-4-milk-money--67351014Host Kurt Huffman is the owner of ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.]]>IFPOCwQ-pWed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoOn today's episode of Prime Cost, Kurt and Audra dive into beverage programs. They talk about one of the biggest money makers for restaurants: drinks. Mocktails, soda, beer, wine and mixed drinks are all discussed when talking about food cost, labor...Host Kurt Huffman is the owner of ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.]]>2671false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-3-food-costs--67351017Host Kurt Huffman is the owner of ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.]]>vK3qRlVCnWed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoOn this episode of Prime Cost, Kurt and Audra discuss food cost. We talk about high quality ingredients, bulk ordering, and commissaries while looking at different profit and loss statements. Join us next week for a special episode where we dive into...Host Kurt Huffman is the owner of ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.]]>3290false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-2-labor-pains--67351016Host Kurt Huffman is the owner of ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.]]>2h4Y6gdmsWed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000PodgoOn this episode: Host Kurt Huffman talks about all things Labor when it comes to running a restaurant. Host Kurt Huffman is the owner of ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have...Host Kurt Huffman is the owner of ChefStable which partners with chefs to design, build, and operate restaurants. They invest in chefs who have shown a commitment to their craft, and whose food reflects their passion and talent. They take care of all of the operational details, which allows their partners to focus on what’s truly important: food and service.]]>3566false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prime-cost-a-chefstable-podcast-episode-1-debut--67351013
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