The Modern Waiter Podcast
The Modern Waiter Podcast

The Modern Waiter Podcast

Restaurant-Podcast | Service industry

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The Podcast For People Interested in Restaurant Service industry.The Modern Waiter Restaurant Podcast fun discussions and interviews relating to the service industry that are relevant to both restaurant workers and guests. Have you ever wondered what your waiter or waitress is thinking? Have you ever wondered how a restaurant works behind the scenes? Perhaps you worked in the service industry and laughed while discovering that all restaurant employees are the same. We have all dined at restaurants many times. The Modern Waiter Podcast helps restaurant patrons enjoy their experience by giving them a look behind the industry curtain. “I want to show the world that a career in the restaurant business can be a legitimate profession.” - Marlon Joseph, Host of The Premier Restaurant Podcast. Restaurant guest, managers, chefs, waiters and waitresses are all represented well by this show. Contact us at https://www.themodernwaiter.com/

Recent Episodes

How You're Getting PLAYED at All You Can Eat Buffets
FEB 12, 2026
How You're Getting PLAYED at All You Can Eat Buffets
Veteran restaurant servers reveal secrets of the buffet. All-you-can-eat buffets look like the worst business model ever. Fixed price. Unlimited food. One hungry customer could destroy profits in a single night. How do buffets actually survive? All-you-can-eat buffets almost always wins. We reveal psychological tricks and layout manipulation and the biological hacks. Follow Me On Social Media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themodernwaiterpodcast/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@themodernwaiter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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14 MIN
THESE are the Dumbest Complaints I've Ever Seen
FEB 9, 2026
THESE are the Dumbest Complaints I've Ever Seen
Restaurant guests who don’t read the menu and blame the server are a common occurrence. As servers we absorb confusion over wine, cocktails, and food. In this episode of The Modern Waiter Podcast, we dive into the dumbest, funniest, and most unbelievable complaints we’ve ever heard as longtime servers. We discuss when it’s okay to ask questions vs. when you’re just being difficult. Humor, cringe, and real talk from the server’s side of the table. #Restaurant #ServerLife #serviceindustry Follow Me On Social Media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themodernwaiterpodcast/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@themodernwaiter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Should Everyone Work at Least a Month in The Restaurant?
FEB 8, 2026
Should Everyone Work at Least a Month in The Restaurant?
Discover why working in a restaurant might be one of the best life lessons you never knew you needed. In this podcast episode, hospitality industry veterans discuss the invaluable skills gained from restaurant work. Learn what separates those who've worked in the industry from those who haven't. Explore real-world examples of restaurant etiquette gone wrong, and find out whether everyone should spend time in hospitality. #Restaurant, #ServerLife, #ServiceIndustry Follow Me On Social Media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themodernwaiterpodcast/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@themodernwaiter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Things Customers Say That Make Servers Cringe
JAN 21, 2026
Things Customers Say That Make Servers Cringe
On this podcast episode, we have Kaela, a returning guest to discuss common customer requests that make servers cringe. As veteran restaurant servers, we dive into what servers hear when customers say these lines. Learn about the nuances of customer requests and how they're often interpreted in the restaurant industry.. #Restaurant, #ServerLife, #ServiceIndustry, #Hospitality, #ServerStories #RestaurantComedy Follow Me On Social Media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themodernwaiterpodcast/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@themodernwaiter More Info https://www.themodernwaiter.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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RESTAURANT TRENDS FOR 2026 Pt. 1: AI
JAN 14, 2026
RESTAURANT TRENDS FOR 2026 Pt. 1: AI
Discover the 10 AI trends transforming the restaurant industry in 2026. This is the first episode in the series: Restaurant and Hospitality Trends of 2026. Marlon Joseph (The Modern Waiter) and Danny Davila break down how artificial intelligence is reshaping everything from drive-thru ordering to dynamic pricing, inventory management, and even robot chefs in the kitchen. With over 30 years of combined experience in the service industry, we've seen trends come and go, but AI is here to stay. Learn how 82% of restaurants are already using AI technology and what it means for customers, employees, and business owners alike. Follow Me On Social Media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themodernwaiterpodcast/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@themodernwaiter More Info https://www.themodernwaiter.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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20 MIN