The High Performance Podcast E133 - Marcus Wareing: How to stand the heat in the kitchen
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Jul 18, 2022 Join Marcus Wareing, a Michelin-starred chef and MasterChef judge, as he shares his journey shaped by his father's inspiring work ethic. He discusses how cooking fuels his passion and how the pandemic transformed his perspective on management and positivity in the kitchen. Wareing opens up about his fallout with Gordon Ramsay and the valuable lessons from that experience. Additionally, he reflects on personal growth, the importance of community, and how challenges in culinary competitions have led to a more inclusive approach to cooking.
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Wareing's Father's Work Ethic
- Marcus Wareing's father worked tirelessly, 16-18 hour days at a fruit and vegetable warehouse.
- This instilled a strong work ethic in Wareing from a young age.
A New Career Path
- Wareing's father told him his business was failing and he needed to find a new career.
- This led Wareing to pursue cooking more seriously, alongside boxing.
London and the Savoy
- Wareing's first major kitchen job in London was a huge change from his hometown.
- He found the city cold and the kitchen environment sometimes unfriendly.