The meez Podcast
Josh Sharkey (Entrepreneur, professional chef, and founder/CEO of meez, the culinaryOS for food professionals) interviews world class entrepreneurs in the food space that are shifting the paradigm of how we innovate and operate in our industry.
The meez Podcast
Digital Hospitality Podcast: Food Cost & Recipe SAAS! How meez is Helping Restaurants Boost Profits & Cut Costs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR1hMlmuFNA&t=1s
Today, we’re highlighting Josh's appearance on a standout episode of Digital Hospitality with host Shawn Walchef. They explore the power of storytelling in business, the surprising ROI of podcasting, and the evolving world of restaurant tech. From menu engineering to system integration, the conversation dives deep into the real-world challenges restaurant owners face—including the lessons that only come through failure. Josh also speaks candidly about the value of mentorship and offers actionable advice for aspiring restaurateurs—focusing on what truly drives success: profitability, innovation, and the ability to adapt in a fast-changing industry.
Links and resources 📌
Visit meez: https://www.getmeez.com
Follow meez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getmeez
Follow Josh on instagram: @joshlsharkey
Listen to Digital Hospitality: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-hospitality/id1235316273
Visit Shawn Walchef: @shawnpwalchef
Audio chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Digital Hospitality and meez
02:23 - The ROI of Podcasting and Storytelling
09:50 - The Purpose and Vision of meez
10:51 - Challenges in Restaurant Tech
18:16 - Menu Engineering Basics for Restaurant Owners
22:12 - Understanding Integration in Restaurant Tech
25:22 - Lessons from Failures in the Restaurant Business
28:32 - Advice for New Restaurant Owners
29:43 - The Role of Mentorship in Business
32:04 - Final Thoughts and Future Plans