Restaurant Ready

After 14 years with Mina Group and dozens of openings, Chef Adam Sobel has launched his own powerhouse: Aether Group. And he’s bringing everything he’s learned to the table.

In this candid conversation, Adam reflects on scaling across continents, building systems that support people, and the mindset it takes to grow without burning out. From consulting for celebrities to designing soundtracks for dining rooms, Adam explains how Aether Group is about magic—and how magic only happens when vision meets discipline. He shares lessons in leadership, development, and the future of hospitality business.

Takeaways
  • Systems are essential for growth.
  • Hospitality isn’t just a value, but rather the standard everything else is built on.
  • Empowering teams starts with sharing ownership, not just tasks.
  • Sound, design, and vibe are as important as the menu.
  • Training the next generation takes structure, trust, and time.
  • Relationships—across guests, teams, and partners—are everything.
  • Personal growth and professional excellence go hand in hand.
  • There are no shortcuts—the 10,000 hours rule still applies.

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What is Restaurant Ready?

RESTAURANT READY: THE BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
Restaurant Ready is your backstage pass to the inner workings of the hospitality industry’s brightest stars. This podcast promises authentic discussions with the most influential chefs, restaurateurs, and food media experts. Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author Matt Jennings, along with the MAJC team, helm this weekly podcast.

In each episode, industry veterans sit down for candid conversations revealing the honest stories behind their achievements, exploring the strategies, philosophies, and lessons learned along the way that shaped their path to success. Learn from the guests’ unique formula for creating consistent positive results in their business and personal lives.
Restaurant Ready delivers unparalleled value for restaurant owners, chefs, and managers looking to elevate their careers and businesses.

Listen in for a unique, no-holds-barred exploration of what it takes to thrive in the competitive world of hospitality. With each episode, we will discuss the state of the industry, the challenges we face and how to approach them, and ideas from the experts on how to best prepare yourself for success. You'll walk away with new ideas, and inspiration, as well as a greater sense of community and support as you drive your own success story.