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Make Restaurants Profitable

Foodie Coaches
Hospitality Industry
Restaurant Management
Hospitality
Staff Management
Restaurant Profitability
Restaurant Industry
Customer Experience
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1 in 4 restaurants ran at a loss last year.And if you’re honest?You’ve probably felt just one bad month away from being part of that stat.I’ve recorded a few episodes for this podcast now and after speaking with some of the best restaurant owners in Australia … nearly every single one of them has been through the same stuff that you’re facing right now.Whether it's finding staff, 80 hour weeks, ri... more

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Dylan and Katrina started King of the Wings from a little food trailer in 2013.

They were among the first food trucks doing wings in Australia. No blueprint. No safety net. Just a gap in the market and a bet on themselves.

Thirteen years later they... more

Martin Lange has opened eight bars in Brisbane since 2006.

He currently runs four. Takes three and a half months off a year. And has trained bartenders now working in some of the best bars in Paris and London.

He didn't do it by cutting corners or ... more

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John Rivera spent his twenties in fine dining kitchens.

Working every Saturday. Missing birthdays. Missing weddings.

Then he opened his own restaurant — and found himself video-calling his kids from the pass just to see them awake.

Something had t... more

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You asked. Tim answered.

In this Q&A special, four real owners share the exact problems keeping them up at night — and Tim gets into the specifics of each one.  

No fluff. No theory. Just honest, practical answers to the questions most hospo owners... more

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Recent Guests

John Rivera
Chef and owner of Ascal Restaurant (Melbourne) and sister bar Inuman; founder of Caraton gelato
Ascal Restaurant / Caraton
Episode: How John Rivera Built His Dream Restaurant Without Sacrificing Time With His Kids
Peter Gunn
Restaurateur, previously ran Ides on Smith Street in Collingwood, Melbourne
Ides on Smith Street, Melbourne
Episode: He Closed His Restaurant After 10 Years: How to Know It’s Time with Peter Gunn
Jenna Sanders
Owner of Kenilworth Bakery
Kenilworth Bakery
Episode: From Single Mum to 140 Staff: How Jenna Sanders Built Kenilworth Bakery
Tony Kelly
Restaurant group owner and chef by trade
Tony Kelly Restaurant Group
Episode: Fired, Broke & Starting Again: How Tony Kelly Rebuilt from Scratch
Justin Newton
Founder of Housemate Hospitality
Housemate Hospitality
Episode: How Justin Newton Came Back From Burnout to Build His Most Profitable Venue Yet
Bianca Brady
Co-founder and CEO of Axify AI
Axify AI
Episode: How AI Is Reshaping Hospitality (And What You Need to Change) with Bianca Brady
Luke Mangan
Chef and restaurateur
Self-driven leadership in Australian hospitality
Episode: From Kicked Out of School at 15 to a 3-Star Michelin Kitchen: How Luke Mangan Built a Restaurant Empire
Wes Lambert
Industry advocate and representative for hospitality
Australian Restaurant and Café Association (ARCA)
Episode: Restaurants Closing, Supply Chain Disruptions & Rising Costs: What's Coming for Hospo | March Hospo Update
Vanessa Walker
Former corporate HR professional turned successful pub owner
Episode: Lessons in Ownership and Leadership: How Vanessa Walker Made Money On Her First Pub Without Operating It

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Tim Kummerfeld
Host of Make Restaurants Profitable and Industry Update segment; affiliated with Foodie Coaches and ARCA

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • The most inspiring podcast I listened to

    If you’re in the hospo game and you need a sounding board to shed some light or just reassure you that you’re not alone in this crazy game we sadisticly love!! Have a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Penny Bali Asli
    Australia8 months ago
  • Something Real

    So refreshing to hear people being open about some of the mess and the fun of this industry behind the scenes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimbob6666
    United States8 months ago
  • Great stories

    Honestly, what I love about this podcast is about having the conversations with people who have lived through it and come out the other side in a not so easy industry. It’s inspiring and great to feel not so alone in a restauranteurs journey

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cafe pal
    Australia9 months ago
  • This podcast is a game changer!

    A total breakthrough for hospitality owners! This podcast delivers invaluable insights directly from an industry leader to those in the trenches. If you own a restaurant or are in hospitality, you need this in your ears!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    It's the bom
    Australia9 months ago

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Pricing Problems, Lazy Staff & Delivery Apps Killing Profit (Q&A Special)
Q: I'm Benny, and my staff are good people but standards slip and I feel like I'm the bad guy when I bring it up. How do I fix this without becoming the hated boss?
Respect your staff and set clear, written standards; run a mandatory reset meeting to align on expectations, consequences, and the shared goal of delivering a great guest experience; empower managers to uphold standards and schedule regular check-ins to reinforce the system.
He Closed His Restaurant After 10 Years: How to Know It’s Time with Peter Gunn
Q: Why did you decide to wrap up the restaurant, and what were the key considerations?
The decision came from a mix of personal and commercial factors: a sense that the model had too many moving parts, a desire to reduce stress and hours, and financial pressures including rent, supplier debts, and ATO obligations. It was about choosing a path with less complexity while preserving the brand's integrity and lessons learned.
He Closed His Restaurant After 10 Years: How to Know It’s Time with Peter Gunn
Q: Tell me who you are and where you're from?
I'm Peter Gunn, originally from Wellington, New Zealand, who moved to Melbourne and built a career through pop-ups and a long-running restaurant, culminating in a decision to close after 10 years to pursue a quieter, more family-focused path.
Wage Hikes, Surcharge Bans & Rate Rises: What's Coming for Hospo | February Hospo Update
Q: What's happening right now?
There's significant concern regarding inflation and wage increases as the Fair Work Commission is considering abolishing junior rates.
Toxic Staff, Weekend Roster Drama & Broken Training Systems (Q&A Special)
Q: How do I get my team to retain training and follow through?
Stop being constantly available for training; implement systems that encourage reliance on processes rather than the manager.

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This show targets hospitality operators looking to run more profitable restaurants, with practical, numbers-focused guidance and candid industry stories. Episodes frequently cover cost control, pricing, staff management, scaling across multiple sites, partnerships, and navigating regulatory and macro pressures. A notable edge is the mix of deep-dive founder journeys and tactical Q&As that translate high-level concepts into actionable steps for operators, often tying in industry advocacy and mentorship resources. Listeners are likely drawn to real-world lessons, transparent behind-the-scenes challenges, and strategies that balance growth with sustainable margins.

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