It teaches Richie that "greatness" isn't a destination, but a result of being fully present in every small task (like polishing forks).

The quote is posted in the kitchen of Ever, the world-class restaurant where Richie stages.

If every "now" matters, then every detail—down to a smudge on a spoon—matters. 📍 Every second counts. If you’d like, I can: Share the full poem text Explain how it relates to Chef Terry’s character Break down the other literary references in The Bear