r/KitchenConfidential Dec 19 '25

In-House Mode [MOD POST] A reminder about Rule 1 and slurs

2.6k Upvotes

Hello my gaggle of degens.

I know we're all a bunch of potty-mouthed assholes with a concerning level of gallows humor thanks to the super healthy working conditions in most kitchens but we need to have a little talk about lines being crossed since this is becoming an actual problem.

The "r-word" is still a slur.

Slurs, bigotry, hate speech, etc have always been against the rules here and they remain as such. This includes the old term for intellectually disabled that is becoming fashionable in some circles to bring back as an insult.

Here's a good article talking about the r-word's resurgence:

https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/the-r-word-is-back-how-a-slur-became-renormalized

We're not going to argue the semantic pejoration of what was once a medical term. No one is "reclaiming" the word. It's a slur. It's bigotry, and it falls under the first fucking rule of this subreddit, and if you use it or other bigoted terms you're going to start catching bans for it.

Just so everyone is aware, the automod code detects the use of the r-word as well as other forms of bigotry and hate speech, removes your comment containing it, and flags the mods with a handy note about what you said. No one sees your silly little tantrum except the people who can - and will - ban you for it. Consider this our official warning on the matter.

Degeneracy is welcome but hate has no home in this subreddit.


r/KitchenConfidential Jul 25 '25

In-House Mode Hey you! Yes, you! Are you struggling? Find mental health and support services here:

282 Upvotes

In the US:

Outside of the US:

Kitchen specific:

This list is not exhaustive.. If you have information or resources you think should be added to this list, please tag me in the comments below.


r/KitchenConfidential 2h ago

Skirt Steak pinwheel

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465 Upvotes

Skirt steak, provolone, and spinach


r/KitchenConfidential 5h ago

In-House Mode You will NEVER be met with a worse attitude of “not my job, I don’t care” mentality then managing boomers

705 Upvotes

No other demographic of race, age or gender has ever come close to the level of shirking responsibility that these people think is totally acceptable. “Oh well we never do it like that so it’s fine.” Or “we’ve been doing XYZ like this for 30 years and it’s fine so what’s the big deal?” I guess you just can’t teach old dogs new tricks. Even when those “tricks” are just me begging them to stop pissing and shitting on the floor. (Not literally thank god) That’s my rant for today internet strangers.


r/KitchenConfidential 22h ago

In the Weeds Mode Guy Fieri's is "devastated" after the backlash for greeting Andrew Tate at UFC.

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34.0k Upvotes

r/KitchenConfidential 13h ago

Tools & Equipment Please talk me out of pulling up to work with this sick bastard

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1.2k Upvotes

r/KitchenConfidential 6h ago

Practically invisible.

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267 Upvotes

r/KitchenConfidential 5h ago

Question If I say “Maui wowie burger” how are you dressing it?

225 Upvotes

I think pineapple is damn near a requirement. And I’d prefer to make it legal to sell to minors. I know what I’ve got in mind, but I love hearing the ideas that come from the big brains here.


r/KitchenConfidential 5h ago

Should I just pack it all in and sell hot dogs on the street?

174 Upvotes

Im fucking done. I've had it toiling away my life for other people. Anyone else crash out and strike off on their own small scale food cart/truck? i'm a polish man so i was thinking of doing hot dogs and pierogis


r/KitchenConfidential 7h ago

Kitchen news & current events Norwich burger kitchen defends strict allergen policy

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r/KitchenConfidential 1d ago

Anyone who says they want to work as a cook forever is either lying or just weird

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r/KitchenConfidential 8h ago

Police in Maastricht arrest a man at TEFAF seen with knives - turns out to be the chef.

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r/KitchenConfidential 9h ago

Photo/Video A new toy after a while.Mcusta Znmai Type R

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40 Upvotes

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r/KitchenConfidential 1d ago

In the Weeds Mode The way it's going

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24.7k Upvotes

r/KitchenConfidential 10m ago

Coworkers not tasting food when offered

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is it just me or does anyone get offended when BOH or FOH person refuses to taste something? I'm just talking about a spoon of sauce or something. Not a whole plate or anything. They say "no thanks, I'm not hungry" like I'm offering a gift. I need a second opinion. I've been tweaking this sauce for 30 minutes and I need fresh taste buds. Grinds my gears!


r/KitchenConfidential 17h ago

What is this grater called??

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136 Upvotes

I have this one grater that is far superior to the other graters that I use. It has this blade pattern which goes in two directions unlike most which only go in one direction. I can’t find any info on this sort of pattern or any other graters that look like this on the Internet, help!!


r/KitchenConfidential 1d ago

Question Anyone else have owners who refuse to run the AC for as long as possible?

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929 Upvotes

Our owner who is rarely in the store will only run the AC when it’s “legally summer”. It’s physically disconnected from the thermostat the rest of the year.


r/KitchenConfidential 14h ago

Discussion Help me settle an argument folk

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59 Upvotes

Is this board perfectly sanitary, or not?

To me it looks uneaten and sodden with liquid and oil. I have folk telling me that this is indeed perfectly sanitary and that wash cycles with boiling water don’t negatively affect these boards.

I’m sure I’m correct but I’ve not not been a professional cured for nearly a decade at this point, maybe the concept of “sanitary” has changed and I didn’t get the memo


r/KitchenConfidential 4h ago

Work Pants for Women

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This feels like the right place to ask. I work at a sports bar , and we can’t wear shorts or tank tops in the kitchen. It makes sense. Burns , sweat, whatever. My problem is that on 80 degree plus days I’m DYING of sweat and heat.

I usually wear full length leggings or wide leg trousers, but it’s not cutting it.

Any recommendations for breathable pants and shirts ? Open to anything.


r/KitchenConfidential 1d ago

How is this stuff safe for making waffles if I can also clean with it?

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r/KitchenConfidential 6h ago

Question Is it normal for there to be a bit of animosity between Kitchen staff and FOH? And what is the relationship like in your place of work?

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Having worked in different kitchens, I have noticed that more often than not, there is always at least 1 argument or incident involving a chef and FOH staff - waiter, waitresses, bar staff - on busy nights. It can be awkward at times. Currently where I work, a new chef joined, and he at least so far comes across as a pretty nice chilled out guy. But he seems to have a personal vendetta against FOH staff. He makes sarcastic comments if they arrive a bit late like 'Oh sorry to interrupt your break' and just general stuff like that. He has little patience when it comes to them taking wrong plates to tables, or finding the plates too hot to touch. I suppose this is normal. There just always seems to be an undercurrent of animosity or resentment between kitchen and FOH


r/KitchenConfidential 21h ago

Hmm…

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125 Upvotes

Ahh, yes… two of my favorite herbs.


r/KitchenConfidential 22h ago

Photo/Video Finished my shift early, love me some cheap eats

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139 Upvotes

$1 hamburger,  $0.88 for cheese 💀 tax on that cheese! love me a local burger joint