#100: Behind the Culinary Experience at Kalahari Resorts | with Chef Nicholas Shaw

10/15/24 • 24 min

What does it take to lead the culinary team at one of America’s largest indoor waterpark resorts and how do you balance tradition and innovation in an ever-evolving culinary landscape?

Join hosts David Millili and Steve Carran, as they dive into the culinary world of Kalahari Resorts with Chef Nick Shaw. Discover the journey from a small-town upbringing to leading the culinary experiences at one of America's largest indoor waterpark resorts.

Chef Nick shares insights on kitchen safety, culinary trends, and the importance of continuous learning in the fast-paced hospitality industry. From exploring diverse cuisines to embracing dietary trends, this episode offers a tantalizing glimpse into the world of resort dining. Whether you're a food enthusiast, aspiring chef, or hospitality professional, you'll find valuable takeaways on creating memorable dining experiences and balancing tradition with innovation. Tune in for a flavorful discussion that bridges the gap between hospitality and culinary arts at Kalahari Resorts.

In this episode, you will learn about:

The culinary focus and offerings at Kalahari Resorts
What are the Kitchen safety strategies and priorities
The technology and automation in the kitchen
What is the relationship between hospitality and culinary teams in resorts
Kalahari Resorts' recent renovations and dining options
The importance of passion and adaptability in the culinary profession

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The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media

Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-shaw-1b061157/
Kalahari Resorts: https://www.kalahariresorts.com/

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/100
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Connect with Steve and David:
Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...
David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...

What does it take to lead the culinary team at one of America’s largest indoor waterpark resorts and how do you balance tradition and innovation in an ever-evolving culinary landscape?

In this episode, you will learn about:

The culinary focus and offerings at Kalahari Resorts
What are the Kitchen safety strategies and priorities
The technology and automation in the kitchen
What is the relationship between hospitality and culinary teams in resorts
Kalahari Resorts' recent renovations and dining options
The importance of passion and adaptability in the culinary profession

Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn page
The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media

Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-shaw-1b061157/
Kalahari Resorts: https://www.kalahariresorts.com/

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/100
Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...

Connect with Steve and David:
Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...
David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...

Previous Episode

#99: Recycling Soap and Saving Lives with Clean the World CEO & President Shawn Seipler

Have you ever wondered what happens to the barely-used soap bars and tiny shampoo bottles left behind in hotel rooms?

In this episode, hosts David Millili and Steve Carran engage with Shawn Seipler, CEO of Clean the World, to explore how his organization is making a significant impact on global sustainability and hygiene through the hospitality industry. Shawn shares his journey from tech sales to pioneering a social enterprise that recycles soap and plastics, providing essential hygiene products to those in need.

Listeners will gain insights into Clean the World's innovative approaches and the broader implications for hospitality businesses aiming to meet UN Sustainability Goals.

In this episode, you will learn about:

Clean the World's mission to recycle hotel soap and plastic to save lives and protect the environment
The impact of single-use plastics in hotels and sustainable alternatives
The importance of proper sanitation practices in hotels, especially regarding refillable dispensers
How Clean the World helps hotels track and report their sustainability efforts aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals
Trends in hotel sustainability and social responsibility initiatives
The profound social impact of Clean the World's work in developing countries

Shawn offers valuable insights for hoteliers looking to implement more sustainable practices and emphasizes the importance of both environmental and social sustainability in the hospitality industry. This episode provides an inspiring look at how one company is making a significant difference in global health and environmental protection through partnerships with hotels worldwide.

This episode is sponsored by Clean the World. For more information Contact - Clean the World.

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Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnseipler/

Clean the World: https://cleantheworldglobal.org/

Contact - Clean the World

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/99
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Connect with Steve and David:
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David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...

Next Episode

#101: How to Recover Revenue from Online Travel Agencies | with Janet Ferrer

If you are using Online Travel Agencies, you are probably missing out on some of your revenue. In this episode, find out how Janet Ferrer recovered $1 Million from Expedia.

Hospitality Holdings founder and President, Janet Ferrer, is an industry leader in progressive and innovative thinking. As both an on-property leader and Corporate Director of Finance her 27 years in Hospitality lends great insight to her Online Travel Agency Revenue Recovery audit systems and optimization of financial systems within the OTA platforms. Continually looking for ways to be the most progressive OTA Revenue Recovery Service, Janet assembled a team of highly skilled individuals who complete the vision of Hospitality Holdings commitment to continual evolution, financial acumen with state-of-the-art data integration.

In this episode, hosts David Millili and Steve Carran dive into the remarkable journey of Janet Ferrer, founder and CEO of Hospitality Holdings. With over 27 years in the hospitality industry, Janet shares stories of her rise from a newspaper girl in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, to a general manager and corporate director of finance. The discussion spans her career progression, the creation of H2OTA Revenue Recovery, and the entrepreneurial challenges she faced, such as credit card merchant limits and maximizing revenue through effective OTA management.

In this episode, we delve into:

Janet's unexpected entry into the hospitality industry
The inception and growth of Hospitality Holdings
Tips for hotels to increase revenue and manage OTA relationships
Challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship in the hospitality tech space
Thoughts on AI and maintaining the human touch in hospitality

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The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media

Sponsor spot:

This episode is sponsored by Hospitality Holdings: https://hospitalityholdings.org/

Links:
Hospitality Holdings: https://hospitalityholdings.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janet-marie-f-b53bb157/

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/101
Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...

Connect with Steve and David:
Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...
David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...