Recommended for:

First time managers, Junior Sous Chef, Managers at all levels including kitchen managers, Supervisors

About this course

Stepping into a manager’s shoes for the first time can be both exciting and challenging. It marks a significant shift in one’s career, from being an employee to taking on the responsibility of managing a team. Beyond the change in title, this transition requires a fundamental shift in mindset, attitude and focus.

This change also requires additional skills to lead your team and improve their performance, make decisions, and take responsibility when things don’t go as planned. The transition is difficult, but there are numerous strategies to help people develop for the new position and ensure a smooth transition.

In this course, you will explore the challenges when managing your friends and understand how to transition into your new role with confidence. You will understand how to change friendship dynamics and set boundaries to enable your team to work collaboratively. Ultimately, by the end of this course you will be able to “jump the fence” and successfully.

Learning Outcome:

  • Gain a clear understanding of the challenges and complexities of managing friends

  • Develop strategies to navigate friendship dynamics while maintaining professionalism

  • Build confidence as a leader and overcome self-doubt

  • Establish clear boundaries to maintain effective working relationships

  • Enhance communication skills and provide constructive feedback to friends

  • Develop essential leadership skills to inspire and motivate team members