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Hospitality On The Rise

Culinary Agents
New York City
Hospitality Industry
Wine
Hospitality
Gertrude
Culinary Agents
Philadelphia
Indigo Road Restaurant Group
Chicago
Entrepreneurship
Una Pizza Napoletana
Golden Diner
Golden Hof
Italian Cuisine
Career Paths In Hospitality
The Dead Rabbit
Food & Wine Magazine
Boston, United States
Tilit
Drink RAMONA

Welcome to Hospitality On The Rise, a weekly podcast hosted by Alice Cheng, featuring conversations with the hospitality leaders shaping the industry. Each episode explores the stories, challenges, pivots, lessons learned, and advice that helped these leaders grow & succeed. Whether you’re building your career, leading a team, or just looking for inspiration, Hospitality On The Rise offers honest ... more

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Chef Erik Battes, Executive Vice President of Food and Beverage at STARR Restaurants, shares a candid look at a career built without a blueprint. From his years with the Jean-Georges group to leadership roles in venture-backed food startups, he refle... more

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Megan Sullivan, Vice President of Operations at Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG), reflects on a career defined by intuition and deepening roots within top restaurant groups. She details her bold move from Australia to New York City just months b... more

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Bob Bennett, Executive Chef of Zingerman's Roadhouse, reflects on his decades-long journey within the Midwest food empire, from working the sandwich line to leading one of its most celebrated kitchens. He shares the challenges of balancing culinary s... more

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Chef Brittney “Stikxz” Williams, Culinary Director at Miss Lily's 7A and private chef, shares the unexpected turns that shaped her path from sports management student to one of the boldest voices in Jamaican cuisine. Brittney recounts the "plot twist... more

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Recent Guests

Megan Sullivan
Vice President of Operations at Union Square Hospitality Group
Union Square Hospitality Group
Episode: EP 66: Megan Sullivan
Bob Bennett
Executive Chef at Zingerman's Roadhouse
Zingerman's Roadhouse
Episode: EP 65: Bob Bennett
Brittney Stikxz Williams
Culinary Director at Miss Lily's 7A; On Sight chef and educator
Miss Lily's 7A; On Sight
Episode: EP 64: Brittney "Stikxz" Williams
Greg Baxtrom
Chef and owner of Baxtrom Hospitality Group
Baxtrom Hospitality Group
Episode: EP 63: Greg Baxtrom
Hunter Lewis
Editor-in-Chief of Food & Wine Magazine, author-to-be
Food & Wine Magazine
Episode: EP 62: Hunter Lewis
Jenny Goodman
Co-founder and CEO of Tilit; co-founder of Utility Show; co-host of The Build Podcast
Tilit; Utility Show; The Build Podcast
Episode: EP 61: Jenny Goodman
Alex (Last name not confirmed in transcript)
Co-founder of Tilit, mentioned as Jenny's partner in the business
Tilit
Episode: EP 61: Jenny Goodman
Jamie Bissonnette
Chef and founding partner of BCB3 Hospitality
BCB3 Hospitality
Episode: EP 60: Jamie Bissonnette
Anthony Mangieri
Owner and chef of Una Pizza Napoletana; founder Genio Della Pizza
Una Pizza Napoletana; Genio Della Pizza
Episode: EP 59: Anthony Mangieri

Hosts

Alice Cheng
Host of Hospitality On The Rise; founder and CEO of Culinary Agents
Alice Chang
Host of Hospitality On The Rise; associated with Culinary Agents

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Love!

    Full transparency I’m not in the hospitality industry in the traditional sense (I’m in the business of hospitality geared towards my family and friends) and I love everything about this podcast. I love finding inspiration from other people’s life paths and life lessons. Following and can’t wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goldhor
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the candid, practical leadership lessons and authentic industry stories.
The show highlights humane leadership and culture-focused insights valuable for operators and aspiring leaders.
Guests provide actionable takeaways on growth, staffing, and brand-building; branding and mentorship themes resonate well.

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#213
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 38: David Nayfeld
Q: How did you get started in hospitality?
I started at 13 washing dishes after a producer offered me a cash gig; curiosity, the kitchen energy, and the chance to learn by doing kept me moving through various stations until I found my path in pizza and fine dining, then into culinary school and the pursuit of top-tier experiences.
EP 64: Brittney "Stikxz" Williams
Q: What advice would you give to someone starting out now who wants to reach a leadership position like yours?
Develop cross-functional skills, stay audacious, never stop learning, and leverage every opportunity to build credibility and relationships, while maintaining a clear why for your path.
EP 64: Brittney "Stikxz" Williams
Q: What was a pivotal moment that shaped your approach to hospitality?
Realizing that the industry is holistic—front and back of house are interconnected—and choosing to learn both sides to drive better service and team dynamics.
EP 64: Brittney "Stikxz" Williams
Q: Were you already dreaming about owning your own restaurant, or did that come later?
She fell in love with cooking and learning, did volunteer work at events, and gradually built experience before aiming to own or lead her own ventures, with multiple opportunities guiding her toward leadership and strategy.
EP 64: Brittney "Stikxz" Williams
Q: Welcome. How did you get started in this industry?
Her journey began in a Jamaican upbringing with strong family influences around cooking, moved into culinary school after a friend encouraged it, started in restaurants (Red Lobster) to learn fundamentals, and gradually shifted into higher-profile kitchens, eventually taking on leadership roles and entrepreneurial side projects.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hospitality On The Rise

What is Hospitality On The Rise about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A leadership-focused deep-dive into hospitality, with conversations that span restaurant operations, brand-building, mentorship, and culture. Guests range from chefs and sommeliers to founders and media leaders, offering practical guidance on scaling concepts, developing teams, and maintaining quality under pressure. The show often discusses leadership style, humane workplace culture, pivoting during crises, and balancing ambition with personal well-being. Its strength lies in bringing high-profile hospitality figures into candid, actionable conversations that are useful for operators, aspiring leaders, and brands seeking authentic industry storytelling. A notable edge is its consistent emphasis on mentorship, community, and people-first le... more

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2. Bob Bennett
3. Brittney Stikxz Williams
4. Greg Baxtrom
5. Hunter Lewis
6. Jenny Goodman
7. Alex (Last name not confirmed in transcript)
8. Jamie Bissonnette

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