The Career Fuck Up

I think the hardest part about owning a restaurant, or business in general, is finding competent people to fill the not-so-glamourous roles. This post can be so tricky to fill, that sometimes the job goes to the only person who is willing, The Career Fuck Up. This person usually gets the job from a sympathetic friend who feels the Career Fuck Up needs another chance. The Career Fuck up will pay back the favor by always showing up hung-over, perhaps drunk, then ditching work, and/or stealing.

To illustrate, here is a recent text conversation with The Career Fuck Up. Career Fuck Up is trying to get out of a shift he has offered to cover for a co-worker. This is 45 minutes before the shift. Names have been changed unless the fuck up misspelled them so badly that they are unrecognizable.

CFU:Hey man it’s C.D.F. I was supposed to work brunch today but now I can’t cuz it’s Beargens bday so he wants the night off, but here’s the thing it’s (my sister) bday today and (my other sister) flew home last night so were supposed to celebrate it tonight but I have to work I don’t know what to do but text you for s solution now I just wanted a weekend with my family, really needed that brunch shift today..

Me:Talk to your manager about switching the shift. If that doesn’t work, maybe you can leave work early

CFU:Man this sucks cuz now I look like the bad guy

Me:Kinda

CFU:This wasn’t the way it was supposed to be, it’s like now I feel worse for shit

I don’t reply but,

CFU: I’m fucked man

I don’t reply but,

CFU: I texted my manager but still think im fucked for it

I don’t reply but,

CFU:See how bad this looks on me, dang!

Me: Just work the shift and ask to leave early.

CFU:Early is like 9 though man, is that cool?

Me: I don’t know. Probably not, we close at 1. I’m not really your boss though. You should be talking to Chef L, Manager A, Manager A, Chef K, or Chef M. Don’t you live with Chef L?

CFU:Oh well. I hope something out cuz this looks super bad on me and it fuckin sucks.

Earlier in the year we had another Career Fuck Up work for us. She was full of hilarious bullshit, but this is the only text I have left to remind me.

C.F.U:Hey C.F.U here can I get Dec 15th off for the lmafo show

Me: No problem, Dishwasher K can cover it.

CFU: Ok thank you I’d like to put my 2 weeks notice in.

Classic

Written by Todd. Published on March 24, 2012 11:51 am.
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Ferran AdriaXDuck Duck Goose Tapas

Ferran AdriaXDuck Duck Goose Tapas

Complete hyperbole in the title. Ferran Adria is the world’s most renowned chef and inventor of molecular gastronomy, while Duck Duck Goose is the most renowned tapas bar on 10th Street. Despite our vast chasm of accomplishment and ambition, there is one connection between our respective restaurants. We now carry Ferran Adria’s signature brew by Spain’s Estrella brewery, Inedit. Crafted as a blend of both wheat beer and lager style, and with orange peel notes, (beer has notes now? hmm) Inedit is brewed to pair with foods like grilled asparagus, arugula salads, and soft cheeses. All represented on our delicious tapas menu. Served in a cool 750 mL champagne style bottle, these will disappear fast! duckduckgoosetapas.com

Written by Todd. Published on March 2, 2012 3:51 pm.
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Until Christmas we are bending our reservation policy at Duck Duck Goose. We are holding one reservation per night for a holiday get together. We can accommodate up to ten people, at 7pm. Call 649-DUCK to book!

Written by Todd. Published on December 16, 2011 12:25 pm.
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Oxfam Charity Dinner(term used loosely!)

Oxfam Charity Dinner(term used loosely!)

Wednesday, September the 14th we are asking for your participation in our(becoming) legendary Japadog Charity Night. Megan and I have been so busy launching our new restaurant, and we have been looking forward to a charity party to support Oxfam and their work with the east African food crisis. Contribute by purchasing a Japadog and a delicious Moosehead brew, 100% of your money will be donated to Oxfam. See you then!-Todd

Written by Todd. Published on September 5, 2011 9:37 pm.
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Hawksworth

Hawksworth

Some photos from our dinner at THE hot new restaurant in Vancouver

Written by Todd. Published on July 16, 2011 10:11 pm.
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The Weczeria Shuffle

The Weczeria Shuffle

Just as restauranteur Dan Walker completes his new incarnation of Weczeria, it has leaked out that Chef Lindsay Closson has moved on to greener pastures. Undeterred, Dan has picked up sou chef Kyle Michael. Kyle has worked at Vancouver’s Feenie’s, Chow, Diva, and Voya. As well, Kyle staged in Europe and California, where he commandeered a sailing vessel and pirateer’d his way up the South Saskatchewan. Good luck to all three of you!

Written by Todd. Published on May 25, 2011 9:06 pm.
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Just Like the Orlando Magic, Sushiro Is Looking For New Team Members!

Sushiro Sushi Bar is now accepting resumes for a server position. The qualified applicant will be healthy, creative, and have a positive approach to work. Maturity, willingness to learn, and dedication are the most important qualifications. Please email a resume or drop one off at Sushiro Sushi Bar, during business hours.

Written by Todd. Published on April 30, 2011 10:57 am.
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Jamie Muses on Modern Food Production

Jamie Muses on Modern Food Production

Recently a few of us at work were discussing the importance of sustainability and it’s importance in an over conscious dining culture.

Nowadays the words, “organic”, “natural” and “free range” dominate our restaurant landscape as billboards of a culture yearning for cleaner, purer food. Yet as we all clamour for these signs, I’ve read numerous reports of farmed this and farmed that, all of which have led me to become jaded and critical of these purer terms.

As my chef and sous debated their need for farmed prawns and halibut since wild ones were too pricey, I found myself becoming more and more perplexed at how we grow and manage our food supplies, specifically our seafood.

As we farm these species, have we lost sight of the greater picture?

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Written by Todd. Published on March 19, 2011 10:27 am.
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Duck Duck Goose Construction Blog

Duck Duck Goose Construction Blog

As a few of you may know Meg and I are in the process of renovating the adjacent restaurant to our beloved Sushiro. This time we are attempting to offer a rustic tapas bar with a menu inspired by Spain, France and beyond. If you wish to follow us on our mission check in at http://tapasbar.tumblr.com/ or sushiro.com to see what we’ve been up to for the past ten plus years.

Written by Todd. Published on March 15, 2011 1:58 pm.
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More on VancouerSlop.com

More on VancouerSlop.com

Apparently I haven’t been checking that blog in a while. I think Scoutmagazine.ca has become my go to Vancouver food blog. Vancouverslop is more for diners and food lovers while scout is more about the professionals. Another thing about slop I like is the 90 hiphop puns. Like this great apron. I guess you can buy them from their site.

Written by Todd. Published on March 12, 2011 11:03 am.
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