A Day With the Chef de Cuisine at a Top NYC Restaurant | On the Line | Bon Appétit

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  • "I want to make sure I'm being a proper leader for them." Juliana Latif, Chef de Cuisine at the Eastern Mediterranean restaurant Zou Zou's, walks us through a typical day at the New York City eatery. Juliana starts off laying out her kitchen prep process (and watch as she demonstrates how she fillets fluke), moves on to lunch and dinner service, and breaks down how she takes inventory.
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  • @pjacobsen1000
    @pjacobsen1000 ปีที่แล้ว +1774

    Professional, no drama, no panic, confident, calm, clear orders, completely in control. No wonder she is the boss.

    • @theprousteffect9717
      @theprousteffect9717 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I thought head chefs were supposed to scream and throw hot food at their kitchen staff.

    • @pjacobsen1000
      @pjacobsen1000 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      @@theprousteffect9717 Only if the lamb sauce is not ready.

    • @OriginalEric
      @OriginalEric ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@pjacobsen1000 or the staff are donkeys

    • @brianfoster3651
      @brianfoster3651 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@theprousteffect9717❤😅

    • @brianfoster3651
      @brianfoster3651 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@OriginalEric 1:00 months later I’m not even sure if I’ll be back to normal in time for being 🫀🫁🫁👀👣👁️🦶📛🫁

  • @MARISHKALIS
    @MARISHKALIS ปีที่แล้ว +1046

    I love her energy, her confidence, her assertiveness and the way she treats the staff. ❤

    • @sovereignyx3158
      @sovereignyx3158 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      By wearing no hat and calling everyone by their first names while she wants to get called chef? 😅 I don‘t know if I want to agree with that.

    • @chocolatesouljah
      @chocolatesouljah ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I agree. I found her presence reassuring and unpretentious, yet no-nonsense at the same time, clearly in charge.

    • @torontoenvironment9899
      @torontoenvironment9899 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sovereignyx3158 Head Chefs at the best restaurants in the world do not wear "hats" or any sort of headwear. If you could afford to know that you wouldn't sound so stupid.

    • @sovereignyx3158
      @sovereignyx3158 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@torontoenvironment9899 That's right, but if the head chef doesn't wear headwear, then the staff shouldn't have to either.

    • @torontoenvironment9899
      @torontoenvironment9899 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sovereignyx3158 "shouldn't have to" is up to ownership, you're broke stop batching and go be a man

  • @skrwdUNi
    @skrwdUNi ปีที่แล้ว +567

    The new kids coming up in the industry are setting standards that very few places can meet!! Love to see it, amazing energy ❤

    • @doubledutchclutch
      @doubledutchclutch ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Truly. The more and more chefs I see treating their staff like this, the more eager I become to jump ship to join one of their teams. I appreciate the exposure Bon Appetit.

    • @irischamlin3720
      @irischamlin3720 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@doubledutchclutch❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @sanchom5905
    @sanchom5905 ปีที่แล้ว +369

    Wow blown away by Chef Juliana Latif! She runs her kitchen in such a calm and constructive manner… very impressive

    • @bruisersdilemma354
      @bruisersdilemma354 ปีที่แล้ว

      bot

    • @prairiephan
      @prairiephan ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You mean slow and in the way

    • @christian-uh8vh
      @christian-uh8vh ปีที่แล้ว

      It won't be that easy when you call the dockets, cook and plate up those dishes for those dockets, and for 400 plus ala carte

    • @essendossev362
      @essendossev362 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Most of all I'm impressed by how well she trains her staff, in a constructive manner as you said, giving them a strong set of skills for the long term so that they're in the best possible position to do their job and so she doesn't end up overly stressed trying to manage everything. Ex, they have a term for if the cooks forget or loose track of what dishes they need to be preparing, but she also clearly has passed onto them the skills for how to manage their orders (pulling out the plate for the order when they get it) so that it doesn't need to be called a lot. It's there if they need it to fall back on, but she makes sure they won't need to most of the time.

  • @finn215
    @finn215 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    The smiles on all of the cooks faces when she says good job are all to real, you know its a good workplace when she gets those reactions

  • @redchew8847
    @redchew8847 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    She is making it look so easy for an insanely stressful job that’s a lot of responsibility and pressure that takes a certain person to manage, I did her job in a place not even half the size of this and had multiple breakdowns

  • @kellydiaz7154
    @kellydiaz7154 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    She needs to manage every restaurant. I’m eating wherever she’s at. Such great confidence and knowledge in what she is doing. Definitely can see her passion for food.

    • @doubledutchclutch
      @doubledutchclutch ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, I agree. I loved how much pride she took in passing on her knowledge and communicating respectfully with her employees. That's how a real chef acts.

    • @mauz791
      @mauz791 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@doubledutchclutchthe tasting of the dips part was incredible. She knows exactly what it's supposed to taste like, and she's teaching her colleagues so they can learn too. It's wonderful

  • @odettec3518
    @odettec3518 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    She’s a natural born leader and amazing host! Absolutely a delight to watch and I’m going to visit the restaurant when I’m next in NYC!

  • @daimaoza832
    @daimaoza832 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Imma be honest I worked in professional fine dining kitchens she wanted to flex her clean walk in 💀😂 love it

  • @eugob90
    @eugob90 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love the fact that she acts so natural! Im sure that kitchen staff feels appreciated. Kitchen looks very clean and organized.

  • @MrZane777
    @MrZane777 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    Please keep this series and build on it, seeing passionate people in their day to day is amazing and super inspiring! Awesome video, with a great CDC and great staff.

  • @GaetanLloyd
    @GaetanLloyd ปีที่แล้ว +40

    this is one of my favorite series in the entirety of TH-cam. I hope people watch these videos and realize how much it takes for a restaurant to run smoothly. Major props. Not an easy job!

  • @1yamawai1
    @1yamawai1 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    I hope she is this way naturally and not just because it’s a video. The smiles on faces when she praises are priceless.❤❤❤

    • @user-on3oz3ug9b
      @user-on3oz3ug9b ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Shes my aunt and she is amazing. ❤

    • @1yamawai1
      @1yamawai1 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@user-on3oz3ug9b so happy to see this!! genuinely touched by this. thank you. please pass my best regards the next time you see her.

    • @georgeinfante8436
      @georgeinfante8436 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      She is naturally like this , I’ve worked under her and she has the up most respect for herself and staff . Never frowned upon anyone . Very uplifting energy .

    • @1yamawai1
      @1yamawai1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Fantastic! Happy to see this.

    • @schriemontague1970
      @schriemontague1970 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I worked with and she was always upbeat.

  • @thesingh3323
    @thesingh3323 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    This is my favorite series! please keep doing these BA I love seeing these passionate people talk us through their workday

  • @camalw7742
    @camalw7742 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Her energy is beyond beautiful omg , she has such a calm aura and appreciates her entire team ❤️

  • @willcookmakeup
    @willcookmakeup ปีที่แล้ว +77

    I always wonder how much these episodes impact their sales. That fluke looked amazing and I'm sure I'm not the only one who thought so. I'd imagine they're now having to order more after New Yorkers start watching this episode

  • @lowqualityguitarvideos
    @lowqualityguitarvideos ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Such a natural in front of the camera and has such a great sense of leadership; which the team seems to generally enjoy.

  • @markrose1237
    @markrose1237 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Blown away by how talented these chefs are these days

  • @NYCLight
    @NYCLight ปีที่แล้ว +38

    She is absolutely FABULOUS!! Been to Zou Zou a few times for lunch service. It hit all the marks on my palette 😋

  • @surfcoach
    @surfcoach ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I have no idea who this woman is but it looks like she has a stellar team that loves her 🥰

  • @sarahwotaszak563
    @sarahwotaszak563 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Juliana seems like a dream boss! So knowledgeable and happy to teach others, but also gentle and kind about mistakes when they happen. On top of that just seems so calm which is key when managing a team in a high environment. Loved this video and wishing Juliana and the restaurant continued success!❤️

  • @matissta
    @matissta ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Like, Wow. Thank you Juliana! That was simply captivating! So much to react to, the menu - your food, operational processes, your management style...just outstanding

  • @unruly_ronin
    @unruly_ronin หลายเดือนก่อน

    This lady is dedicated to her craft with a perfect mastery of what she's doing. Always great to see.

  • @Spimothy
    @Spimothy ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The smiles on the staffs face lets me know shes treating them well.

  • @livalittle13
    @livalittle13 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love her... professional... to the point... straight forward leadership... yaaaaas girl yas

    • @Amosgreyy1
      @Amosgreyy1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey beautiful 💗💗
      how are you doing ??

  • @sethsoderman2731
    @sethsoderman2731 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This becoming the line Chef mine cook is becoming one of my favorite shows to watch always like to see all the amazing chefs around the world

  • @katelovell625
    @katelovell625 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    If only more people were like her. The world would actually be a good place

  • @Francoberry
    @Francoberry ปีที่แล้ว +31

    *this* is a seriously impressive place.
    Some of the restaurants on this segment have been pretty pretentious and overly fussy. This really shows some amazingly simple as well as and technical and beautifully presented dishes.
    Looks like a fantastic team, beautiful location and unique food.

  • @4nn13h7
    @4nn13h7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Perfect example of someone who probably didn’t originally picture themselves as a manager but clearly grew wonderfully into the role.

  • @allthingsgumball
    @allthingsgumball ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've worked in so many restaurants. If they all could be this laid back that would be wonderful.

  • @SebastianEmmeluth
    @SebastianEmmeluth ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That person knows her job. So comforting listening to her

  • @kluger2222
    @kluger2222 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Her aura is so calm 😊

  • @kimberlyjackson8064
    @kimberlyjackson8064 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It looks like she takes care of her team. I’m seeing a shift in the industry and I love it. I said that if I returned to restaurants or opened my own establishment, I would be the change I want to see. That I wish I had. Kudos to her! I hope this continues.

  • @daywithmei
    @daywithmei ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Please keep producing this series! Love the look at diverse roles within the restaurant operation.

  • @asherrfacee
    @asherrfacee ปีที่แล้ว +29

    She’s a boss and the food looks incredible. Thanks for sharing

  • @TashJansson
    @TashJansson ปีที่แล้ว +3

    wow, she seems so thoughtful, calm and confident ❤

  • @steph921
    @steph921 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I freaking love Zou Zou's. Those lamb chops & the dips are to die for. Absolutely love the spotlight on this women led restaurant & team! 💖

  • @neelchoudhary8432
    @neelchoudhary8432 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This was such a good in depth look into their kitchen and service omg

  • @stefnstef_
    @stefnstef_ ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was so enjoyable. You can tell the staff respect her and their craft. Would love to eat here someday!

  • @theherd5830
    @theherd5830 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing. She must feel great at the end of the day. Knowing your job and doing it extremely well is so rewarding.

  • @brittanyravi5388
    @brittanyravi5388 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was FASCINATING! Such a help too for people looking at different career options. Props to Chef Juliana and the rest of that amazing crew

  • @MaddieYchama
    @MaddieYchama ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love how she's teaching along every step of the way

  • @primrosed2338
    @primrosed2338 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a well oiled machine, right down to inventory management. Their food costs must be well managed. Love that!

  • @noyasaur
    @noyasaur ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I love these On The Line episodes. ❤

  • @riasas27
    @riasas27 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    She is so professional 👏 , hats off Chef Latif! 👩‍🍳you did a great job 😇

  • @betsylindsay8480
    @betsylindsay8480 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Wonderfully informative, well done, series. Can’t get enough of this.

  • @cjb336
    @cjb336 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a spectacular human being. Please raise more like them.

  • @TheMattwasherein1992
    @TheMattwasherein1992 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    i finished the entire video thinking I was watching eater and this was a new show. looked in the comments and its bon appetit! great vid guys well done!

  • @jeromerjacildo
    @jeromerjacildo 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So many more people working in the background. I enjoyed watching this so much. Thank you and Kudos to you, chef!

  • @lauramaze5354
    @lauramaze5354 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love CDC Juliana! She's calm, organized, respectful, talented, shares her knowledge and talent. I could go on and on! This series is probably my favorite, please keep them coming.

    • @Shinkajo
      @Shinkajo ปีที่แล้ว

      You women sure seem to like to compliment eachother with the most banal things. You're describing a normal person in her position

    • @ghostgirl6970
      @ghostgirl6970 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She's even teaching US. So amazing.

    • @Shinkajo
      @Shinkajo ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ghostgirl6970 and it continues

  • @SeanDaNerd
    @SeanDaNerd ปีที่แล้ว +5

    She seems cool. Super organized too. I inspect restaurants and other food service businesses, she runs an organized operation and she seems to do it while getting along well with the staff. I’d love to try that place if I’m ever in NY

  • @mrki731
    @mrki731 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    She's so valuable. Hope they are paying her well!!

  • @sashacali2425
    @sashacali2425 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Chef I want to grow up to be you... I am so in awe of how perfectly you seem to run your BOH. Bravo❤️

  • @JPzizou
    @JPzizou ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow she seems like a great leader and defo would inspire people around her

  • @VeeLondon1449
    @VeeLondon1449 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    ♥️ Juliana has a phenomenal passionate vibe. And the food looks delicious & amazing.

  • @Lee-eo2by
    @Lee-eo2by ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Always amazing to see people in their element, its really attractive.

  • @User2rd
    @User2rd ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an absolute legend! Wonderfully professional and confidently calm. Must be a great teacher!

  • @zoeg5451
    @zoeg5451 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Absolutely love this series

  • @bjarkibirgisson655
    @bjarkibirgisson655 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That whipped aquafata was so cool!

  • @appalachianfamilyrecipes4647
    @appalachianfamilyrecipes4647 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I absolutely loved the level of organization and calm control over the environment. This chef is amazing :)

    • @prairiephan
      @prairiephan ปีที่แล้ว

      That's because the executive chef and sous chef are holding it down. Most restaurants don't have a chef de cuisine position because it's useless. She's just walking around all day.

    • @Amosgreyy1
      @Amosgreyy1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey beautiful 💗💗
      how are you doing ??

  • @phillipa224
    @phillipa224 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Really enjoyed this. Do more. Straightforward. Super pro.
    Make more of these.

  • @ryannovel8892
    @ryannovel8892 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    yoo give her own show!!!!
    or maybe just put her in one of the segment every onve in a while

  • @EG-og5sn
    @EG-og5sn ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lol, the VIP guest ticket at 10:40 is Frank Carone, Eric Adams' former chief of staff with sketchy past business dealings

  • @shannonvillalobos3292
    @shannonvillalobos3292 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Please make an episode showcasing a pastry chef! I need a role model!

  • @TheDoctorinspector
    @TheDoctorinspector ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I wanted to keep going with this one. All the way to the after service smoke out back. She was amazing.

  • @badassmillz_
    @badassmillz_ ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Zou Zou is now on my go-to list! Yummmm. Love this series

  • @catalhuyuk7
    @catalhuyuk7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Seems so calm and clean. Impressive!

  • @rosastratton4169
    @rosastratton4169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a wonderful time following you around Chef. What a beautiful personality you have!
    My favorite part was when you said : cool, calm and collect! ❤️

  • @uhpenyen4291
    @uhpenyen4291 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love these kind of videos! I hate cooking but I love going out!

  • @ftbailey773
    @ftbailey773 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Let's feature this chef again!

  • @mrki731
    @mrki731 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Looks so good and love how she trains her staff. I want to go eat there!!

  • @milly-rock6735
    @milly-rock6735 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I would love to have such a calm CDC that actually enjoys teaching others

  • @evanpal1205
    @evanpal1205 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Zou Zou's is INCREDIBLE

  • @antoneyquiah6746
    @antoneyquiah6746 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    delightful video, i loved seeing the inventory! makes me want to start stocking my fridge and cooking

  • @julietetlours
    @julietetlours 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    love her energy! such a great video!

  • @PVL14
    @PVL14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She’s AMAZING!!! Can’t wait to go!

  • @marcmcdermott6120
    @marcmcdermott6120 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    She’s such a boss! So warm too! Bookmarking this restaurant

  • @jimster7645
    @jimster7645 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    can you please make more of this series . love it

  • @MeandYouHello
    @MeandYouHello ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thanks for sharing I enjoy these types of videos

  • @MarcPhillips817
    @MarcPhillips817 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    One of my friends dined at Zou Zou and recommended it. Now I really need to check it out!

  • @missjelisa
    @missjelisa ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, she's amazing! This was so cool to watch.

  • @marleymcdermott1065
    @marleymcdermott1065 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Holy Moly, that food looks amazing 🤤

  • @jackiem9267
    @jackiem9267 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the education!! And so happy to educate too

  • @Kate-pz8ym
    @Kate-pz8ym ปีที่แล้ว

    Inspirational. Love her. Definitely want to incorporate her kind of energy in my kitchen presence ❤️‍🔥

  • @philiq18
    @philiq18 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice insider look. She comes across as a really good leader. Kudos.

  • @mikem314
    @mikem314 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This Chef is brilliant! Wow

  • @ghostgirl6970
    @ghostgirl6970 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is true leadership. I'm a huge fan now.

  • @jasN86
    @jasN86 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing episode!

  • @yellowbird30
    @yellowbird30 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great episode! She’s wonderful!

  • @bernoldychrispin1275
    @bernoldychrispin1275 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love what you guys are doing at restaurant zou zous chef de cuisine Juliana Latif is amazing

  • @heidisawyer5600
    @heidisawyer5600 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love love love her!

  • @markchristopher4165
    @markchristopher4165 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She's great. Nicely done

  • @Luna.3.3.3
    @Luna.3.3.3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chef Latif is awesome. I love seeing there's quite a few ladies in the kitchen 😊

  • @stellaproductions1493
    @stellaproductions1493 ปีที่แล้ว

    This head chef rocks!! I learned so much! Thanks for the tour chef!

  • @obliviousloveonfire
    @obliviousloveonfire ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She reminds me of my grandma, no offense, so calm and really great chef

  • @btjohne
    @btjohne ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I enjoyed watching Juliana, she’s A Real Pro. Now I have to go to Zou Zou & taste the dip tower!

  • @stefandreher7096
    @stefandreher7096 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    im with you! big inspiration, great managing style!

  • @johndoe4073
    @johndoe4073 ปีที่แล้ว

    This! She is a true leader!

  • @sobepam
    @sobepam ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Next time I'm up in NYC I might need to check this restaurant out but really any of the restaurants that have been on this series I need to check out.

    • @Amosgreyy1
      @Amosgreyy1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey beautiful 💗💗
      how are you doing ??

  • @palepa15
    @palepa15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video and to the chef. Just a great video.