Executive chef at the age of 22 – holding a grand opening of a hotel in Nigeria, with 56 employees. Meet Jonathan Heath, the executive chef at Esca Bimbadgen. Jonathan tells of some important lessons he learnt during his training: “Always give 110%, never slack, you’re always in the eyes… And always come early for your shifts”.
read moreInterview with a chef: Nino Zoccali
Posted on January 28, 2015 , Comments Off on Interview with a chef: Nino ZoccaliNino Zoccali from Pendolino and La Rosa talks about his road to becoming a successful chef and a businessman. Knowing your produce, being consistent, working hard and being mindful of sustainable practices are some of the things he advises newcomers to the profession.
read moreInterview with a chef: Colin Barker
Posted on January 21, 2015 , No commentsColin Barker from The Boat House talks about life as a chef, fishing and balancing the challenges of working in the profession. This video is full of great advice for aspiring chefs – as Colin says “the world is your oyster”.
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Interview with Chad Pridue, Chef at Peterson’s House (Hunter Valley)
Posted on January 19, 2015 , Comments Off on Interview with Chad Pridue, Chef at Peterson’s House (Hunter Valley)“Listen to your head chef: heads down, bums up and write down your recipes” – these tips and more from from Chef Chad Pridue, head chef at restaurant Cuvee in Peteron’s House in Hunter Valley.
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