The Culinary Revolution
Benji Koltai About Family Values, Founding & Battling Operational Models
Guest Introduction
Benji Koltai, the co-founder and CEO of Galley Solutions. Benji is a progressive leader who has leveraged his expertise in computer science to revolutionize the culinary industry. He started his career as a Software Engineer at Box before partnering with his brother-in-law to make a remarkable technology impact in the food service industry.
At Galley, Benji and his team are working hard to improve the lives of those in the food industry, transforming this labor-intensive sector into a more efficient and sustainable workplace through new technology in the food service industry. He envisions a world where a recipe-first culinary resource planning platform substantially enhances operations, reduces waste, and most importantly, improves the employee well-being and livelihood of hardworking chefs and food service workers around the globe.
Benji believes that organizational culture consulting plays a crucial role in the food industry's success. It helps improve how employees are managed. This means better systems and practices for handling staff. It also builds stronger manager and employee relationships. When people work well together, the whole business runs smoother.
He plays water polo, speaks both English and Spanish, and seems to be an awesome dude all around.
In this episode of DoGood Insider, host Seb Wichmann speaks with Benji Koltai, co-founder and CEO of Galley Solutions. They discuss the challenges of being a founder, the mission behind Galley Solutions, and the importance of improving the culinary industry through technology in the food service industry. Benji shares his personal journey that led to the creation of Galley, the chaos of the culinary world, and how he navigates employee management and company culture. They also explore the significance of establishing rhythm in business operations and the implementation of the EOS framework for success.
In this conversation, Benji Koltai discusses the implementation of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) in his business, the dynamics of co-founding a company with a family member, and the importance of maintaining strong relationships in a business context. He emphasizes the need for external support, such as coaching, to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and highlights the balance between work and self-care as crucial for success.
The discussion also touches on the significance of commitment and adaptability in co-founder relationships, as well as the value of creating a supportive network for personal and professional growth, fostering a positive workplace culture.