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The Restaurant Coach Podcast

Donald Burns
Restaurant Management
Restaurant Industry
Leadership
Restaurant Culture
TRC Method
Pressure
Restaurant Coaching
Success
Mindset
Profitability
Restaurant Leadership
Work-Life Balance
Growth Mindset
Self-Care
Burnout
Culture Change
Hospitality
Emotional Intelligence
Business Growth
Staff Happiness

Get cutting edge tools, techniques, tips and straight talk from the world’s leading restaurant coach. Donald Burns is know for unique programs and methods that create dramatic results for his clients. When restaurant owners or chefs need change and success they call The Restaurant Coach. Are you ready to take your business and life to the next level?

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Latest Episodes

What if your staffing problem isn’t actually a staffing problem?

Every restaurant owner has experienced it.

You interview someone who seems perfect. They say all the right things. They start strong. You begin imagining how much easier life is abo... more

What if the biggest thing holding your restaurant back… is you? Most restaurant owners believe they’re trapped by labor shortages, rising food costs, inflation, or a lack of good employees. But what if those aren’t the real prison? What if the prison... more

Leadership Is a System With Jarred Patterson, COO — New South Restaurant Group Most restaurant owners think leadership is a personality trait. Something you’re born with.

Something you either “have” or you don’t. That belief is exactly why so many re... more

In Episode 180 of The Restaurant Coach Podcast, I sit down with Nick Mattia, the founder and owner of Ready Strong Meals, for a raw, honest conversation about what really happens when ambition meets reality in the restaurant and food business. Nick d... more

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Recent Guests

Jarred Patterson
COO of the New South Restaurant Group
New South Restaurant Group
Episode: Episode 181 – Leadership Is a System with Jarred Patterson
Nick Mattia
Owner of Ready Strong Meals, a meal prep company in New Jersey
Ready Strong Meals
Episode: Episode 180 – Why Systems Beat Passion Every Time with Nick Mattia
Madison Bree
Owner of Madison's on Main, a restaurant in Flushing, Michigan
Madison's on Main
Episode: Episode 179 – From Surviving to Thriving with Madison Bree
Craig Shelton
Chef consultant and author
Episode: Episode 178 – Chef Neo vs. The Matrix (with Craig Shelton)
Megan Coignard
Owner of Nicolo's
Nicolo's
Episode: Episode 177 – From Firefighter Mode to Success Mode with Megan Coignard
Mark Mills
Co-owner of The Plough, focused on hospitality and chef training
The Plough
Episode: Episode 175 – Passion Drives Profits with Mark & Ruth Mills of The Plough
Ruth Mills
Co-owner of The Plough, brings a graphic design background to restaurant management
The Plough
Episode: Episode 175 – Passion Drives Profits with Mark & Ruth Mills of The Plough
Lisa Gasparian
Owner of Café Cremerie, a coffee shop in Chicago
Café Cremerie
Episode: Episode 173 – From Ruin to Renaissance with Lisa Gasparian
Robert St. John
Founder and CEO of the New South Restaurant Group
New South Restaurant Group
Episode: Episode 170 – The 5 F’s of Restaurant Success with Robert St. John

Host

Donald Burns
Founder and lead coach focused on restaurant leadership, culture, and operational excellence.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • 128 - must listen for every restaurant owner!

    I've been a Profit First fan for 7 years. Learned about it through a Dave Ramsey business conference. Love that there is a Restaurant PF !! Truly a game changer. My husband and I opened our restaurant 8 years ago & operate debt free. PF is a huge factor in our business model & allows us peace of mind when making decisions & an easy no to offers of loans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ljmfam5
    United States3 years ago
  • A valuable resource!

    Donald has created an incredibly valuable resource for restaurant owners and operators with this podcast! No matter the topic, you’re guaranteed to gain actionable insights from every episode. Go ahead and it a “follow”, The Restaurant Coach will quickly become a favorite in your feed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States4 years ago
  • Knowledge in each episode

    Donald has so many valuable insights to share on running a restaurant that after listening to his podcast I joined his coaching program which has helped me grow my restaurant profits and decrease stress of running a business!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anisha C
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing Donald 🙌

    Every time I listen or ready what’s Donald says and write it’s a wake up call and reminder of something we do or we skip it or EVEN its time to do

    Way to Gooooo Coach

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Al Barista
    United States7 years ago

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Audience notes strong appreciation for culture-building and staff development content.
Guests' real-world restaurant experience is highlighted as a strong signal of credibility and relevance.
Listeners describe as a highly actionable resource with practical insights you can apply immediately.
The coaching angle and leadership focus are repeatedly praised as delivering tangible profits and less stress.

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Episode 181 – Leadership Is a System with Jarred Patterson
Q: What's one thing you want every restaurant owner listening this week to do to make more money?
Take the most popular item on the menu and find ways to package and sell it more effectively, while also streamlining the menu for operational efficiency.
Episode 181 – Leadership Is a System with Jarred Patterson
Q: What do you think is a trait that every leader or owner in the restaurant industry must develop to thrive in the next five years?
Understanding personal standards and having a system that maintains those standards without needing direct involvement.
Episode 180 – Why Systems Beat Passion Every Time with Nick Mattia
Q: How do you handle stress?
I work on having a backup plan, having that like contingency plan.
Episode 180 – Why Systems Beat Passion Every Time with Nick Mattia
Q: What kind of leads me into the question I want to start off with is like, you know, before joining the TRC Method, what was like your biggest frustration or pain point in with your business?
Inventory and food cost.
Episode 180 – Why Systems Beat Passion Every Time with Nick Mattia
Q: What do you think is like a leadership trait that every restaurant owner must develop if they really want to thrive?
I would say figuring out how to build culture.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Restaurant Coach Podcast

What is The Restaurant Coach Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show targets restaurant owners, operators, and hospitality leaders seeking practical, actionable guidance to improve profitability, culture, and operations. Episodes center on leadership systems, staff empowerment, time management, and cost controls, with guests ranging from restaurant owners to consultants and COOs sharing real-world strategies, rituals, and coaching methods that unlock higher performance. It's likely to appeal to listeners who want clear frameworks for scaling teams, refining guest experiences, and balancing personal well-being with demanding schedules. A notable strength is the emphasis on culture and leadership as levers for financial and operational improvement, often illustrated with concrete examples and coaching... more

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Recent guests on The Restaurant Coach Podcast include:

1. Jarred Patterson
2. Nick Mattia
3. Madison Bree
4. Craig Shelton
5. Megan Coignard
6. Mark Mills
7. Ruth Mills
8. Lisa Gasparian

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