here is some that is different...
I do it on ocassion, just for s+g's: cayanne and thyme sorbet, basil and goat cheese mousse. Black pepper, strawberry, goatcheese amus gal, or green apple and brie crustini with shaved fennel and...
#1=work your a** off
#2=be available. No one likes to fill a shift...if you can, kudos
#3=DO IT! whatever the chef says, do it(unless it is beyond common sense). There is a reason it is being asked for. A rare occasion when you shoot...
Like stated...HOT HOT HOT!
sear under really hot het, flip and put in the oven or finish stove top. I like 'em medium at the most anyhow and have never had an issue with over cooking so long as you know your temps by feel. Just like...