How to Run a Bakery like Manresa Bread's Avery Ruzicka

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From waste and shrinkage to trimming and quality, each element plays a pivotal role in the true cost of an ingredient.

From conceptualization to costing, these six essential skills set the stage for effective menu development and can help you build dining experiences that leave a lasting impression.

Here’s a look at what’s new, what’s better, and what’s been fixed in meez so far in 2025.

Explore why recipe data is essential, how it can bridge the gap between kitchen practice and financial control, and how meez helps kitchens track their true costs precisely.

meez is more than just a digital recipe organizer. It’s a purpose-built culinary tool that empowers chefs to work more efficiently, accurately, and collaboratively.

Sustainability expert Elizabeth Meltz offers valuable insights into how culinary leaders can develop restaurant management teams that work cohesively and thrive.

From milling her own flour to daily journaling, Manresa's Avery Ruzicka has developed a set of key strategies that any bakery owner can learn from.

Discover proven strategies for mastering knowledge retention and applying them in high-pressure kitchen environments to build stronger, more capable teams.