First Ever Culinary Student Panel: Real Stories from Aspiring Chefs
    Join Chef Andre Natera on this unique episode of Chef’s PSA Podcast featuring a panel of culinary students: Victoria, Michael, and Axel. They dive into why they chose culinary school, their expectations post-graduation, and their critical learnings in the real world of kitchens. The students share their personal journeys and ask burning questions about burnout, career advice, and much more. Tune in for an insightful discussion filled with real-life experiences, challenges, and tips for upcoming culinary professionals.

    Michael: https://www.instagram.com/dat_kid_legit/
    Victoria: https://www.instagram.com/vics_23/
    Axcel: https://www.instagram.com/garciaaxcel/

    03:19 Why Choose Culinary School?
    10:25 Career Aspirations and Challenges
    17:20 Realities of Culinary School vs. Real World
    20:08 Defining the Role of a Chef
    30:37 Navigating Burnout in the Culinary Industry
    31:54 Understanding Burnout: Job Dissatisfaction vs. Physical Exhaustion
    33:32 The Reality of Working in the Culinary Industry
    34:03 Balancing Multiple Jobs and Finding Joy in Work
    35:13 Advice for Aspiring Chefs: Choosing the Right Path
    38:51 The Importance of Asking for Help in the Kitchen
    40:12 Learning from Mistakes and Improving Team Dynamics
    47:48 Recognizing Talent and Work Ethic in the Kitchen
    50:30 Common Tricks and Misconceptions in the Culinary World
    54:10 Future Plans and Aspirations in the Culinary Field
    56:57 The Role of Age and Physical Health in a Culinary Career

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    1. Chapters
      00:00:00 – Introduction to Culinary Student Panel
      00:03:19 – Why Choose Culinary School? Personal Stories
      00:09:50 – Expectations vs. Reality in Culinary School
      00:12:00 – The Importance of Mentorship in Culinary Careers
      00:14:00 – Navigating Burnout and Stress in the Kitchen
      00:15:40 – Understanding the Business Side of Culinary Arts
      00:17:20 – Challenges Transitioning from School to Real Kitchens
      00:21:03 – The Difference Between Good and Great Chefs
      00:22:06 – The Chef as a Conductor of a Kitchen
      00:24:40 – Habits Dropped After Culinary School
      00:26:16 – Finding the Balance Between Speed and Quality
      00:27:40 – Navigating Different Teaching Styles in Culinary School
      00:30:40 – Identifying Burnout in the Culinary Industry
      00:37:21 – Learning from Tough Shifts in the Kitchen
      00:39:28 – The Importance of Asking for Help
      00:40:30 – Learning from Mistakes: A Chef's Experience
      00:43:00 – Creating a Supportive Kitchen Environment
      00:44:10 – Navigating Culinary School and Real Kitchens
      00:45:50 – The Gap Between Culinary Students and Experienced Cooks
      00:47:40 – Recognizing the Right Attitude in the Kitchen
      00:50:10 – Avoiding the Race to the Bottom in Culinary Work
      00:52:30 – The Reality of Calling Out Sick as a Chef
      00:54:10 – Future Aspirations in Culinary Arts
      00:59:20 – Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Us

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