Your July 2025 Mantras

The Charmer

A bar tub of maraschino cherries

Your July 2025 Mantra

Summertime is all about good weather, hanging out on your (literal or hypothetical) porch, and reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours. This July, make the extra effort to be present, both for Happy Hour and for first dibs at the family barbecue. Remember to spend time with those you love, celebrate the season, and perfect that macaroni salad recipe. Your mantra this month is:

This month, I appreciate the beauty in the mundane aspects of summer. The smell of fresh-cut grass. Kids playing tag in the yard across the street. Warm days that turn to warm nights, and the ice cream truck theme song that’s stuck in my head. Slowing down is sweeter than fruit salad with that weird cream cheese dip no one ever touches. My pick-up for the summer barbecue is a charcuterie board (cute, colorful, and something for everyone, just like me)! 

Your Bio

You are the king or queen of front of house. You're a hit with the regulars and know just how to make everyone feel special. You're also very good at making it seem like you have it all together, but won't let anyone see what the inside of your car looks like. You're the first person your GM sends to an unhappy guest to make things better. Other famous Charmers include Bon Appetit's Brad Leone, Leslie Knope from Parks & Rec, and Joey Tribbiani from Friends.

The Creative

A cocktail smoking gun

Your July 2025 Mantra

Summertime is all about good weather, hanging out on your (literal or hypothetical) porch, and reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours. This July, make the extra effort to be present, both for Happy Hour and for first dibs at the family barbecue. Remember to spend time with those you love, celebrate the season, and perfect that macaroni salad recipe. Your mantra this month is: 

This July, I’m exploring what it means to think outside the box (or inside if it’s above 90 degrees). I’m spending this month tossing out old ways of thinking, introducing new ideas (carnival-themed menu items, anyone?), and finding that pair of sunglasses I misplaced. Summer is the perfect time to get creative. My go-to dish for the summer barbecue reflects all the best parts of me - bright, memorable and definitely Instagram story-worthy: lemon-raspberry popsicles.

Your Bio

You are always coming up with new ideas, and don't like the "old" way of doing things. You're like Fernet, either people love you or they pretend to. You enjoy mixing things up and may or may not have unironically owned a Fedora at one point (it was the 2010s ok!?). Other famous Creatives include Phoebe Buffay from Friends and Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter.

The Pusher

A blowtorch

Your July 2025 Mantra

Summertime is all about good weather, hanging out on your (literal or hypothetical) porch, and reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours. This July, make the extra effort to be present, both for Happy Hour and for first dibs at the family barbecue. Remember to spend time with those you love, celebrate the season, and perfect that macaroni salad recipe. Your mantra this month is: 

July is about embracing adventure (like trying the entire seasonal menu in one sitting). I’m looking forward to fireworks, friends and sneaking an extra plate of mac and cheese when no one’s looking. I’m diving into new experiences and all that life has to offer (including extra guac with my chips). My dish for the summer barbecue is a fiery show-stopper just like me: buffalo chicken dip. 

Your Bio

You can really work in any position front or back of house, but feel most at home on or near expo. You are high energy and can sometimes be aggressive (or just aggressively positive). You've expressed your fair share of "WOO!"s and "LET'S GOOOOO"s. You love the rush and are usually down to go out for a nightcap after closing. Other famous Pushers include Gordon Ramsey and Matty Matheson.

The Workhorse

A trusty (but a lil' crusty) frying pan

Your July 2025 Mantra

Summertime is all about good weather, hanging out on your (literal or hypothetical) porch, and reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours. This July, make the extra effort to be present, both for Happy Hour and for first dibs at the family barbecue. Remember to spend time with those you love, celebrate the season, and perfect that macaroni salad recipe. Your mantra this month is: 

This month, I’m doing more than being the designated griller at the barbeques. I’m going to stop to smell the roses (and try the barbeque sauce samples at Costco). You know what they say, hard work is best balanced with a jumbo lemon-limeade. Much like one of my life’s mottos - good things take time (and are even better with extra sauce) - my summer barbeque dish is grilled barbeque wings. 

Your Bio

You are calm, stable, and dependable. You always get your work done and don't make waves unless someone else doesn't put in their fair share. You may or may not be approaching burnout, but admitting it would be a sign of weakness. The random kitchen object that best represents your personality is a trusty (but a lil' crusty) frying pan. Other famous Workhorses include Sydney from The Bear and Peggy Olson from Mad Men.

The Mom

A walk-in refrigerator

Your July 2025 Mantra

Summertime is all about good weather, hanging out on your (literal or hypothetical) porch, and reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours. This July, make the extra effort to be present, both for Happy Hour and for first dibs at the family barbecue. Remember to spend time with those you love, celebrate the season, and perfect that macaroni salad recipe. Your mantra this month is: 

This July, I’m spending time with those I hold dearest (and not just my well-organized produce Cambros). There’s nothing cooler than quality time with my loved ones (except maybe those popsicles on the bottom shelf). My dish for the summer barbecue, much like the hugs I give, is sweet, comforting and will remind you to take a nap: homemade pound cake with caramel icing. 

Your Bio

You don't have to be a woman, but like a mother, you are caring and loving and also know alllll the tea. You're the go-to person when a coworker needs life advice or a shoulder to cry on. Other Moms include Sugar from The Bear and Lorelai from Gilmore Girls.

The Leader

An expo printer

Your July 2025 Mantra

Summertime is all about good weather, hanging out on your (literal or hypothetical) porch, and reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours. This July, make the extra effort to be present, both for Happy Hour and for first dibs at the family barbecue. Remember to spend time with those you love, celebrate the season, and perfect that macaroni salad recipe. Your mantra this month is: 

This month, I’m embracing time for self-care in between to-do lists, whether that’s ending a busy day with a well-deserved nap or taking the long way home (that happens to pass by the ice cream place with free samples). Summer is about making the most of my time (and the fancy pebble ice maker I bought last year). Like me, my go-to dish for the summer barbecue is part of what keeps it all together: baby-back ribs (and the utensils everyone else forgot).  

Your Bio

You run the show and are likely a GM or other manager. You're often stressed out but still able to pull through and get shit done. You sometimes have outbursts but anger it's not your primary emotion. You are friendly, but probably not besties with most of the staff. Other famous Leaders include Carmy from The Bear, Selina Meyer from VEEP, and Tony Soprano.

The Quiet Mystery

A whetstone

Your July 2025 Mantra

July is about coming out of my shell. I’m going to take risks (like eating on the outdoor patio during mosquito season), try something new and explore the world around me. This summer, I’m embracing that life is best spent living outside of my comfort zone (and near anywhere that sells those rainbow slushies). My go-to summer barbeque side dish, much like myself, is simple and to the point but will definitely be noticed if it’s missing: potato salad. 

Your Bio

You are a mystery to us all (and even yourself). You show up and don't talk much but when you do say something it's typically quite profound. You're not usually managing anything and are ok with going with the flow. Although quiet, you would be missed if you weren't there. You can be slightly aloof but in a likable way. Other famous Quiet Mysteries include Hyde from That 70's Show (not an endorsement of Danny Masterson), Mama Coco from Coco, and Stanley from The Office.

The Perfectionist

A pair of chef tweezers

Your July 2025 Mantra

Your Bio

Some may describe you as anal or having an "it's just business" approach, but really you just enjoy the challenge of working in a restaurant (and you really like to be the best at it). If you worked in a traditional corporate setting, you'd probably be in trouble with HR because of the less-than-delicate way you handle others' mistakes. At your core though you take pride in what you do and think others should too. You might be a sommelier or executive chef. Other famous Perfectionists include Sherlock Holmes (the Benedict Cumberbatch version), Miranda Priestly from Devil Wears Prada, and Ralph Fiennes in The Menu.