
ACF Midlands
TIPS of the TRADE
The best hiring process is to promote from within. This not only creates goodwill within the operation, but also preserves the corporate culture and reduces training costs. However, the position that was vacated will also have to be filled, and the following are just some of the many suggestions for an effective hiring program. Adhering to these rules may be difficult because no one wants to be understaffed for very long, but patience will definitely pay off in the long run.
–Rule #1: Set specific times to accept applications
If you run a help wanted ad, state that applications will only be accepted at certain times on a few dates. It is much easier for staff to have applications and pens already waiting for the applicants than to constantly be called away to do this. Also, only those applicants who are truly interested in the position will make the effort to set aside time in their day to apply, as opposed to people who will come in at their own convenience.
–Rule #2: Conduct a phone interview
After screening the applications, conduct a phone interview with potential employees. The purpose of this interview is to answer basic questions, such as:… Continue reading
Recipes
Recipe of the Month
Simple Recipes by David Grillo, CEC:
Honey Mustard
4 cups of Dukes Mayo (no substitutions)
1 cup of Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard
1 cup of Honey
1 tsp of Sriracha (Huy Fong Brand. no substitutions)
Buffalo Wing Sauce
5 cups of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
½ LB of Un-Salted Butter (Plugra) very cold
Slowly heat ingredients & stir constantly until butter is blended with hot sauce
Cole Slaw Dressing
2 cups of Dukes Mayo (no substitutions)
1 cup of Sugar
1 cup of Cider Vinegar
S&P TT
Marinara Sauce
12 Roma tomatoes (oven roasted & pealed)
3 Cloves of Roasted Garlic
2 Tsp of EVOO
1 tbls of Balsamic Vinegar
1 tbls of Sugar
Salt to taste
¼ cup of Fresh Chiffonade Basil
Puree all ingredients (except for Basil)
Simmer until sauce thickens
Add fresh basil when completed
Recipe of the Month
Guinness® Corned Beef
Prep Time: 20 Min Cook Time: 2 Hrs 30 Min Ready In: 2 Hrs 50 Min
Original Recipe Yield 16 servings
Ingredients
· 4 pounds corned beef brisket
· 1 cup brown sugar
· 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle Irish stout beer (e.g. Guinness®)
Directions
Preheat oven to 300… Continue reading
Junior Members
Junior Members
Junior Members Corner by Charlie Young
Kitchen Tips
Today’s tip is just a reminder to you but I have a little additional information that may be of some relief to some of you. As you know it is a MUST to wear your slip resistant shoes in the kitchen. This is for your own safety as well as a coworker you may stumble into while on your way down to the floor. Being on your feet a lot can become tiresome to you especially if you have or have had back and knee problems. Here is what I have found.
Many of you have seen and commented about the odd looking shoes I have been wearing for the past year that has a spring in the heel. I admit it was strange looking to me at first too. Having had both back and knee surgeries, I was very much interested in the benefits the shoes had to offer. I have been very much impressed with the results. To give you an idea as to how well they absorb the shock of your every footstep when walking, I bought a pedometer for myself. They use the jarring of each… Continue reading
Meeting Minutes 2005-2012
Meeting Minutes
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