8ighty 6ix

8ighty 6ix

Vernon Barrett-Dozier Jr

English Arts Food Explicit
Episodes 24
Avg. Duration 41m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (3)
Since Dec 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
61%
Hosting
anchor.fm

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Welcome to 8ighty 6ix. This podcast is for foodies and hospitality professionals who want the real story behind the industry. 8ighty 6ix dives into the lives, challenges, wins, and everyday grind of hospitality—from the back of house to the front of house and everything in between. We talk career paths, kitchen culture, leadership, burnout, growth, and the lessons you only learn behind the scenes—all while keeping the conversation honest, relatable, and fun. With a mix of solo episodes and special guests, you’ll hear real perspectives, real stories, and real insight from people who live this industry every day. Whether you’re BOH, FOH, or just passionate about food, this is a space to learn, reflect, and feel seen. 📲 Follow the podcast on Instagram: @__8ighty6ix 👨🏾‍🍳 Follow Chef Vern Jr on IG & TikTok: @_chefvernjr 🎧 New episodes weekly ⭐ Rate the podcast 📣 Share it with someone in hospitality 🎙️ Tap in and welcome to 8ighty 6ix

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Recent Episodes

S1E21 From FOH to BOH | Seattle, Hospital Kitchens & Chef Life w/ Chef Bill York | 8ighty 6ix No.21

Mar 29, 2026 1h

In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, I sit down with Chef Bill York to talk about his journey through the restaurant industry—from Seattle kitchens to hospital food service, and from Front of House to Back…

S1E20 Brunch Service | The Pressure, The Skillset & What People Don’t See | 8ighty 6ix Order No.20

Mar 23, 2026 19m

Brunch isn’t just another shift — it’s one of the most demanding services in the restaurant industry.In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down what really goes into brunch service, from early…

S1E19 Working in a Hospital Kitchen | The Reality, Quality of Life & What People Get Wrong | 8ighty 6ix Order #19

Mar 10, 2026 19m

In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we dive into what it’s really like working in a hospital kitchen. While many people assume hospital food lacks creativity or quality, the reality is often very…

S1E18 From Hilton Atlanta to Growth & The Dark Side of the Kitchen | Joshua Harvey aka Chef Vinci | 8ighty 6ix Order #18

Feb 24, 2026 1h 15m

In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, I sit down with Joshua Harvey — also known as Chef Vinci — producer, chef, comedian, and actor.We take it back to where it all started: meeting at the Hilton Atlanta…

S1E17 Why Chefs Bounce Around So Much? | 8ighty 6ix Order #17

Feb 15, 2026 17m

Why do chefs bounce around so much?In the restaurant industry, it’s normal to see chefs move from kitchen to kitchen. But is it lack of loyalty… or survival?In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break…

S1E16 FOH vs BOH | The War That Never Ends | 8ighty 6ix Order #16

Feb 09, 2026 17m

Front of House vs Back of House.It’s a battle that’s been going on in restaurants forever.In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down the ongoing FOH vs BOH divide—where it started, why it still…

S1E15 Kitchen Dynamic: The Unspoken Rules That Make Or Break A Kitchen | 8ighty 6ix Order #15

Jan 18, 2026 22m

Every kitchen has a vibe—and you feel it the second you walk in.In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down kitchen dynamics: the unspoken rules, the personalities, the tension, and the chemistry…

S1E14 What Working In A Steakhouse Is REALLY Like! | 8ighty 6ix Order #14

Dec 30, 2025 17m

New Episode Out Now In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, I’m talking about working in a steakhouse—from my experiences at Longhorn Steakhouse to Ruth’s Chris and everything in between.Different logos.…

S1E13 Hotels vs Restaurants vs Country Clubs | Which Is Best for Chefs? | 8ighty 6ix Order #13

Dec 27, 2025 23m

RE-UploadedIn this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down the real differences between hotels, restaurants, and country clubs and what each environment truly offers chefs and hospitality…

S1E13 Hotels vs Restaurants vs Country Clubs | Which Is Best for Chefs? | 8ighty 6ix Order #13

Dec 23, 2025 23m

In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we break down the real differences between hotels, restaurants, and country clubs and what each environment truly offers chefs and hospitality professionals.This…

S1E12 NSMH Presidential Tenure, Working in Hotels & Being A Housekeeping Manager | Chantz Jackson | 8ighty 6ix #12

Dec 14, 2025 53m

This episode is for anyone who’s ever worked hospitality and said, “Yeah… people have no idea what this job is really like.”I’m joined by Chantz Jackson, a Housekeeping Manager at a 600-room hotel,…

S1E12 The Service Industry, Haitian Background & Working at A Hospital | Mariah Glass | 8ighty 6ix #11

Nov 28, 2025 53m

On this order of 8ighty 6ix, we sit down with the incredible Mariah Glass for a deep, honest, and inspiring conversation about life in the service industry. From navigating busy shifts to leading…

S1E11 So You Want 2 Be A Chef- 8ighty 6ix Order No.11

Nov 24, 2025 31m

Thinking about becoming a chef? In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, we sit down with a seasoned culinary pro Chef Vern Jr to break down what it really takes to thrive in the kitchen. From the long hours…

S1E10 Order No.10- Chef Jamie

Apr 16, 2025 1h 13m

On this episode of 8ighty 6ix we have Jamieson Holloway aka Chef Jamie, one of the young hot chefs in ATL! Listen to him talk about his upbringing and how it pushed him to keep pursuing his culinary…

S1E9 Order No. 9- David Gonzales

Mar 24, 2025 54m

Welcome back to 8ighty 6ix! Today we are here with David Gonzales, seasoned FOH worker who is currently a shift supervisor. Today we dive into how Zaxby's started his hospitality journey & how he…

S1E8 Order No.8- Lauren Hatcher

Mar 12, 2025 57m

Today we sit down with Lauren Hatcher, Gm of Tio Luchos. We discuss how she transitioned from Cosmetology to Hospitality. We go through our Muss & Turners adventures and how the state of the…

S1E7 8ighty 6ix Order No.7 ft Chef Bredda

Mar 04, 2025 1h 36m

Today we sit down with Chef Bredda of Bredda's Kitchen, Jamaican food at its finest. We talk about his biggest obstacles in starting and growing his business. We talk about different cultures of food…

S1E6 Order No. 6- Top 10 Kitchen Cons

Feb 19, 2025 25m

Welcome back!!! Thank you for tuning in to this episode of 8ighty 6ix. Today we are discussing the Top 10 Kitchen Cons. Long hours, late nights & early morning & unpredictable hours. Order…

S1E5 Order No. 5- Top 10 Kitchen Perks

Feb 14, 2025 30m

We back!! This episode we talk about the top 10 best reasons to work in a kitchen. We all know food is going to be a MAJOR one of them.Order Up!!Follow 8ighty 6ix on IG__8ighty6ix

S1E1 Kings Coffee Ep.1

Jan 25, 2025 46m Bonus

King's Coffee makes a return!!! (Don't worry 8ighty 6ix isn't going anywhere) King's Coffee is back and better than ever with new co-host owner of Stability-2-Freedom, Tyrone Smith!! We are…

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8ighty 6ix has published 24 episodes since December 2024, covering topics in Arts, Food.

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8ighty 6ix is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 41m.

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