Why does true discipline involve more than punishing or reprimanding?

The words discipline and disciple share the same root, which means to mold or teach. True
discipline should teach a correct action. Yet many chef supervisors think of discipline merely as
punishment or reprimanding a team member for a mistake. The word disciple literally means
follower. Therefore, good discipline is based on leadership, which includes the ability to guide,
coach, correct, and affirm the actions of others. Discipline is an inner force that develops within
each team member and causes him or her to want to follow high standards in life and the
workplace. Effective discipline is not just about reprimanding or inflicting penalties. True
discipline involves an entire program that teaches and guides individuals to become loyal,
motivated, and responsible team players. Discipline in a broader sense concerns the process of
socialization. Team members are given the quality values and rules necessary for survival and
growth of the foodservice organization. This process is complete when the team member comes
to accept those values and rules as legitimate. Within the kitchen team, the rules serve a purpose
and each member benefits by obeying.