Serving Up Solutions

Welcome to Serving Up Solutions Video Series Page. Our video series is widely distributed and videos are intended to inform and educate fellow consultants, clients, architects, etc. on hot topics in the foodservice industry. We encourage members to share the videos with industry peers to promote FCSI and your fellow Consultants. Check out our YouTube Playlist for all available videos.

Why You Should Choose an FCSI Consultant | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Scott Reitano FCSI, explains what is the Foodservice Consultants Society International (FCSI), when you know you need an FCSI Consultant, and why you should choose an FCSI consultant.

Using Technology to Increase Productivity | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Joe Schumaker FCSI, explains why foodservice businesses need to change linear KPI metrics into a more multilevel model by investing in technology.

¿Porqué elegir a un consultor de FCSI? | Siviendo Soluciones

En este episodio de la serie de videos ‘Sirviendo Soluciones’ producida por la división de Las Américas de FCSI, Juan Martínez, miembro de FCSI, nos explica en qué consiste la Asociación Internacional de Consultores en Foodservices (FCSI), en qué momento te das cuenta que requieres a un Consultor de FCSI y porqué deberías elegir a un Consultor de FCSI.

Por que você deve escolher um consultor FCSI? | Serving Up Solutions

Raoni Saade FCSI, explica sobre a Sociedade Internacional de Consultores em Food Service (FCSI), quando você precisa de um Consultor FCSI, e por que você deve escolher um consultor FCSI.

The Role of a Menu | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Karen Malody FCSI, explains why the menu is at the center of every decision of a foodservice operation: spatial planning, design and flow, equipment, smallwares, tabletop, service style.

The Importance of Design in an Efficient Kitchen | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, James Camacho FCSI, explains how kitchen design is essential in making a kitchen operationally efficient. The flow and operations of both the food and people play a major role in the success of a kitchen.

10 Ways an Operational Assessment Can Lead You To Success | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, FCSI Associate Member, Joie Schoonover, guides you through an operational assessment of a foodservice facility. She not only defines the process, but also gives tips on how an operational assessment can take your business to the next level and help you achieve even more operational success.

O que considerer ao especificar equipamentos novos ou de substituiçã | Serving Up Solutions

Neste episódio da série de vídeos “Serving Up Solutions” do FCSI The Americas, Nathalia Sifuentes, Membro Sênior do FCSI, fala sobre o que considerar ao comprar ou substituir um equipamento. Desde o profundo conhecimento do seu cliente e sua operação, passando pela reunião de toda a informação possível sobre os fabricantes disponíveis até a determinação do retorno sobre o investimento – Nathalia apresente o “caminho das pedras” de como levantar todos os pontos a serem pesados na balança para garantir uma implementação de sucesso.

What to Consider When Specifying New or Replacing Equipment In this episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, FCSI Senior Associate Member, Nathalia Sifuentes, talks about what to look for when buying or replacing equipment. From deeply knowing the client and their operation, through having all the information available on the manufacturers and determining the return on the investment, Nathalia provides insight on how to assess all the points to be considered on the scale and guarantee a successful implementation.

New Technology In The Restaurant | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Kris Morphis explores the differences between augmented reality and virtual reality and the benefits of using these tools when designing a food service space. Also hear about how mobile app technology has revolutionized the way a restaurant interacts with the customer.

The Importance of Appropriate Branding | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode on Serving Up Solutions, join Arlene Spiegel FCSI, in understanding the most effective way to brand a business.

The Role of a Foodservice Designer | Serving Up Solutions

In this episode of FCSI The America’s Serving Up Solutions video series, Kristin Sedej FCSI explains the role of a Foodservice Designer. She also clarifies what it takes to be an FCSI Consultant.

The Importance of Sanitation | Serving Up Solutions

In this 12th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Armand Iaia, FCSI, explains the importance of sanitation with food and in restaurants. Also tune in to understand what it takes to be an FCSI Consultant.

Pivot Point Design | Serving Up Solutions

In this 13th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Peter Christensen, FCSI, explains how to utilize space properly with the concept of pivot point design and what it means to be an FCSI Consultant.

Master Planning Concept | Serving Up Solutions

In this 14th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, John Radchenko, FCSI (PP), describes Master Planning and demonstrates how to use it in the proper setting. John also discusses what it takes to be an FCSI Consultant.

Project Initiation | Serving Up Solutions

In this 15th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Gina Brinegar, FCSI discusses how to initiate a project for a client and turn their dreams into reality. Gina also explains what it means to work with a FCSI Consultant.

Franquiciamiento | Serving Up Solutions

En este 16º episodio de la serie de videos Serving Up Solutions de FCSI The Americas, Juan Matamoros, FCSI, analiza el proceso de franquicia y analiza la importancia de trabajar con un Consultor de FCSI cuando se inicia un nuevo proyecto.

Franchising

In this 16th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Juan Matamoros, FCSI, takes a look at the franchising process and discusses the importance of working with an FCSI Consultant when starting a new project.

Developing a Menu to Create Greater ROI | Serving Up Solutions

In this 17th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, John Reed, CEC, CCA, AAC, Certified Cicerone, explains how MAS Consultants can facilitate culinary and menu research and development with more clarity and greater ROI.

3-D Design in Foodservice | Serving Up Solutions

In this 18th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Tim McDougald explains the importance of 3-D designs when working with architects, operators, chefs, etc. He reveals what challenges could occur and describes how to overcome those issues using 3-D designs.

Corporate Café | Serving Up Solutions

In this 19th episode of FCSI The Americas’ Serving Up Solutions video series, Marci Pick explains corporate cafés and discusses how bringing in a Consultant can help the project succeed.

Why FCSI? | Serving Up Solutions

Throughout the Serving Up Solutions Video Series, our Consultants explain what it means to be an FCSI Member. Our Society is a remarkable association to be a part of – these featured Consultants explain why!

Ergonomics | Serving Up Solutions

Tune into this episode of Serving Up Solutions as Kip Serfozo, FCSI explains how ergonomics is important to the foodservice industry.

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