I recently came across some incredible resources for those of us in the grind of food service. I am not affiliated in anyway to these groups, but I loved what they are doing, and I wanted to share their sites and links with all of you. You can learn more in the classroom where I made a module for Mental Health. These will live and we can continue to add to this list if you know of similar groups offering specialized support for our industry.

While writing the survival guide for the restaurant newbie, I was perusing the restaurant and leadership books that lined my shelves. I can't tell you how many times I've read & recommended "The One Minute Manager" to up-and-coming shift leaders to read. It's super short and super helpful. Shall we start a little book club?! I'll be posting some of my favorites over the next few days to build up the library section of The Training Table, but I want to know what books you have dove into that have impacted how you work and lead in your restaurant. List them here and we'll add them to the reading list!

Here in the Training Table, we abide by the following values and guidelines so this community is an inclusive and supportive network for all. 🍍 Hospitality First: Let's create a warm and welcoming space where everyone feels valued and respected, just like in the best restaurants. 🪴Humility & Growth: We're all here to learn and grow together. Embrace a "progress over perfection" mindset, share your knowledge generously, and be open to feedback from others. 🏋🏼‍♀️ Grit & Resilience: The restaurant industry demands hard work and perseverance. Let's celebrate each other's resilience, offer support during challenges, and inspire one another to keep pushing forward. 💾 Innovation & Creativity: Share your innovative ideas and solutions, and let's explore new ways to elevate the restaurant experience together. 🎡 Community & Connection: This group is our shared space to connect, collaborate, and uplift one another. Let's foster a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing their experiences and asking for help. 🚫 No Self-Promotion or Spam: Let's keep our focus on building community and sharing valuable insights. Avoid excessive self-promotion or posting irrelevant content. 🙏🏽 Confidentiality & Respect: Honor the trust within our community. Maintain confidentiality and refrain from sharing personal information outside the group without explicit consent.