How I'm Addressing The “Angry Chef” Stereotype And Making Hospitality Careers More Attractive - Kate Gagliardi, Asbury Collection (Sage Hospitality)

In this episode, Kate Gagliardi, Complex Executive Chef for the Asbury Collection, shares her unique journey from finance to culinary leadership and offers insights on what it takes to create a positive work environment.

You'll learn about:

• Kate's Career Journey (00:42) - Hear about Kate's transition from finance to becoming an executive chef.
• Creating a Positive Work Culture (01:03) - Learn how Kate encourages her teams to be creative, bold, and take care of themselves.
• Differences Between Restaurant and Hotel Culinary Operations (03:19) - Discover the unique challenges and exciting aspects of running a culinary operation in a hotel setting.
• Work Culture in Kitchens (04:07) - Gain insights into the demanding work culture in kitchens and how it can be improved.
• Influential Mentors and Leadership Styles (05:18) - Learn about the mentors who shaped Kate's leadership style and her approach to managing her team.
• Menu Development and Team Collaboration (07:35) - Understand how Kate collaborates with her team on menu development and encourages creativity.
• Staffing Challenges in Hospitality (15:37) - Explore the staffing challenges in the hospitality industry, especially post-pandemic, and how to address them.
• Misconceptions About the Culinary Industry (17:18) - Correct common misconceptions about working in the culinary industry and highlight its rewarding aspects.

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Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands