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Chef's PSA with André Natera is your definitive guide to navigating the culinary world. Join André as he delves deep into the heartbeat of professional kitchens, sharing insights on how to excel and truly stand out as a chef. From the nuances of the craft to the vibrant stories of kitchen life, each episode is a blend of passion, experience, and wisdom.
Chef's PSA is where I pull back the curtain on the culinary world. Let's embark on this journey together, uncovering what it truly takes to make a mark in the kitchen. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support
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The Importance of Seizing Opportunities Ep. 99
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Turning Missed Opportunities into Career Wins: Insights & Personal Stories
In this episode of Chef's PSA podcast, host Andre Natera explores the theme of missed opportunities within the culinary world. Natera shares a pivotal personal story about a missed job opportunity, emphasizing the importance of vocalizing one’s ambitions and seizing opportunities. Natera underscores that action and confidence are key to overcoming fear and achieving greatness in one’s career.
00:00 Welcome to Chef's PSA Podcast
00:20 Supporting the Show & Merch Updates
00:48 Upcoming Book Tease: Bad Cooks Everywhere
01:28 Guest-Centered Episodes and Editing Challenges
02:06 Supporting a Good Cause in Austin, Texas
02:38 How to Support the Podcast
02:59 The Heart of Today's Episode: Missed Opportunities
05:27 The Importance of Seizing Opportunities
08:41 The Power of Confidence and Taking Action
12:19 Launching Chef's PSA Podcast: A Case Study in Action
12:59 Final Thoughts: Overcoming Fear for Greatness
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📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘
Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.
🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/
📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚
Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary Leadership Fundamentals,' 'Bad Sous Good Chef,' and more. Each book is a step towards culinary excellence.
🔗 www.chefspsa.com/books
👕 **FRESH OFF THE PRESS: CHEF’S PSA MERCH!** 👕
Upgrade your chef wardrobe with our stylish and professional merch. Perfect for the kitchen or the street!
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👨🍳 **BE A PART OF OUR CULINARY JOURNEY** 👨🍳
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Pastry Chef Casey Doody Talks Career, Trends, and Mental Health in the Kitchen Ep. 98
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In this episode of Chef's PSA podcast, host André Natera invites pastry chef Casey Doody for an in-depth conversation about her journey in becoming a celebrated pastry chef, her experiences working in high-end kitchens across New York, Dallas, and Chicago, and the evolution of her career from hotels to Michelin star restaurants. They explore the challenges of being a female chef, handling burnout, mental health, and the dynamics between savory and pastry chefs. Casey shares insights into upcoming food trends, her recent collaborations, and offers advice for aspiring pastry chefs on career choices, maintaining a healthy lifestyle amidst the demanding kitchen environment, and the importance of self-care and professional growth. Additionally, they discuss the impact of social media on a chef's career, the financial implications of culinary school, and the realities versus expectations in the pastry industry.
00:00 Welcome to Chef's PSA Podcast: Introducing Casey Doody
00:53 Exploring the Life of a Pastry Chef with Casey Doody
02:24 Casey's Unique Experiences and Perspectives
08:04 The Journey and Challenges of a Female Pastry Chef
09:47 Navigating Career Paths in the Culinary World
28:31 The Impact of Social Media on Chefs and Cuisine
31:03 The Struggle for Recognition in the Culinary World
31:59 The Power of Social Media in a Chef's Career
35:29 Navigating the Shift to Vegan and Plant-Based Desserts
37:17 The Financial Realities of the Restaurant Industry
39:32 Personal Growth and Overcoming Burnout
42:15 The Importance of Self-Care and Mental Health
48:35 Career Advice: Have Your Cake and Eat It Too
57:34 Misconceptions About Becoming a Pastry Chef
01:00:40 Closing Thoughts and Where to Follow
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📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘
Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.
🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/
📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚
Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary Leadership Fundamentals,' 'Bad Sous Good Chef,' and more. Each book is a step towards culinary excellence.
🔗 www.chefspsa.com/books
👕 **FRESH OFF THE PRESS: CHEF’S PSA MERCH!** 👕
Upgrade your chef wardrobe with our stylish and professional merch. Perfect for the kitchen or the street!
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👨🍳 **BE A PART OF OUR CULINARY JOURNEY** 👨🍳
Adore the wisdom dished out on Chef's PSA? Support us to keep the culinary conversations and insights flowing.
🔗 Support the Podcast : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support
🔔 **STAY IN THE CULINARY LOOP** 🔔
Never miss a beat from the culinary world. Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for notifications - your front-row seat to all things chef and kitchen.
🔗 **LET'S GET SOCIAL**
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• Twitter - https://twitter.com/ChefsPSA
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• Website – www.chefspsa.com
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What Makes Good Food? Ep 97
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Defining Good Food with Chef Andre. Perspectives, Techniques, and Memories
In this episode of Chef's PSA podcast, host Andre Natera discusses the transition to a new podcast format alternating between guest appearances and solo episodes, with an emphasis on the culinary industry and best practices. Chef announces the upcoming guest, pastry chef Casey Doody, and her expected contributions on pastry, female chefs' perspective, and burnout. He also teases a new book, 'Bad Cooks Everywhere,' sharing its theme and cover. The core of the episode dives into the concept of good food, influenced by simplicity, technique, personal and cultural memories, and the essence of home cooking versus restaurant dining. Chef explores how food ties to memories, special moments, and the balance between technique, presentation, and taste. He concludes with his process for critiquing and perfecting a dish before it's added to the menu, emphasizing balance in flavor, technique, and presentation to align with the restaurant's brand and the dining experience.
00:00 Welcome to Chef's PSA Podcast!
00:19 Exciting Updates and Future Plans
01:48 Introducing the First Guest-Centric Episode
02:42 New Cover Art and Book Preview
03:52 Exploring the Essence of Good Food
08:48 The Art of Critiquing and Creating Dishes
16:40 What Makes Food Good? A Chef's Perspective
17:23 Support the Show and Get Exclusive Content
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📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘
Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.
🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/
📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚
Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary Leadership Fundamentals,' 'Bad Sous Good Chef,' and more. Each book is a step towards culinary excellence.
🔗 www.chefspsa.com/books
👕 **FRESH OFF THE PRESS: CHEF’S PSA MERCH!** 👕
Upgrade your chef wardrobe with our stylish and professional merch. Perfect for the kitchen or the street!
🔗 Chef’s PSA Merch Store: shop.chefspsa.com
👨🍳 **BE A PART OF OUR CULINARY JOURNEY** 👨🍳
Adore the wisdom dished out on Chef's PSA? Support us to keep the culinary conversations and insights flowing.
🔗 Support the Podcast : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support
🔔 **STAY IN THE CULINARY LOOP** 🔔
Never miss a beat from the culinary world. Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for notifications - your front-row seat to all things chef and kitchen.
🔗 **LET'S GET SOCIAL**
Join our vibrant culinary community across all platforms!
- TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chefspsa?lang=en
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/ChefsPSA
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• Website – www.chefspsa.com
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Navigating the Chaos of Bad Service Days in the Kitchen Ep. 96
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Navigating the Chaos of Bad Service Days in the Kitchen | Chef's PSA
In this episode of Chef's PSA podcast, host André Natera discusses the unavoidable kitchen nightmare of bad service days, shares personal experiences of challenging services, and offers guidance on how to handle high-pressure situations in professional kitchens. The episode begins with a sponsorship message from Old Style Sausage and updates on Andra's current projects, including book adjustments and a new novel in progress, 'Bad Cooks Everywhere'. Tips include staying calm, effective communication, and proactive planning. The podcast emphasizes the importance of team leadership and learning from difficult experiences to improve service and kitchen operations.
00:00 Welcome to Chef's PSA Podcast
00:19 Sponsored by Old Style Sausage
00:53 Updates and Announcements
02:02 Supporting the Show and Chef's Merch
02:38 Chef's Adventures and Upcoming Events
04:07 Diving into Bad Service Experiences
05:26 Navigating Kitchen Chaos: Strategies and Stories
13:29 Learning from the Heat: Post-Shift Reflections
15:27 Kitchen Mishaps and Safety Lessons
17:36 Exclusive Content on Substack & Closing Remarks
🔗 Get it here : https://chat.openai.com/g/g-QXwmj87P7-food-cost-oracle
📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘
Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.
🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/
📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚
Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary Leadership Fundamentals,' 'Bad Sous Good Chef,' and more. Each book is a step towards culinary excellence.
🔗 www.chefspsa.com/books
👕 **FRESH OFF THE PRESS: CHEF’S PSA MERCH!** 👕
Upgrade your chef wardrobe with our stylish and professional merch. Perfect for the kitchen or the street!
🔗 Chef’s PSA Merch Store: shop.chefspsa.com
👨🍳 **BE A PART OF OUR CULINARY JOURNEY** 👨🍳
Adore the wisdom dished out on Chef's PSA? Support us to keep the culinary conversations and insights flowing.
🔗 Support the Podcast : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support
🔔 **STAY IN THE CULINARY LOOP** 🔔
Never miss a beat from the culinary world. Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for notifications - your front-row seat to all things chef and kitchen.
🔗 **LET'S GET SOCIAL**
Join our vibrant culinary community across all platforms!
- TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chefspsa?lang=en
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/ChefsPSA
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• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550525924555
• Website – www.chefspsa.com
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The Last OG's in The Kitchen Ep. 95
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Honoring the Legacy: Respecting Previous Generations of Chefs
In this episode of the Chefs PSA podcast, host Andre Natera emphasizes the importance of respecting and valuing the contributions and teachings of past generations of chefs. He draws parallels between the evolution of culinary skills and personal growth, arguing that current chefs owe much of their knowledge and techniques to their predecessors. Natera also delves into his personal experiences, reflecting on how his views and culinary practices have been shaped by earlier mentors and culinary education. Furthermore, he discusses the evolution of food and cooking techniques over time, stressing that innovation in the culinary field often builds upon the foundation laid by former chefs. The episode concludes with a call to action for chefs to acknowledge and appreciate the influence of their mentors and the culinary heritage they carry forward.
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🔗 Get it here : https://chat.openai.com/g/g-QXwmj87P7-food-cost-oracle
📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘
Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.
🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/
📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚
Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary Leadership Fundamentals,' 'Bad Sous Good Chef,' and more. Each book is a step towards culinary excellence.
🔗 www.chefspsa.com/books
👕 **FRESH OFF THE PRESS: CHEF’S PSA MERCH!** 👕
Upgrade your chef wardrobe with our stylish and professional merch. Perfect for the kitchen or the street!
🔗 Chef’s PSA Merch Store: https://my-store-d0a44d.creator-spring.com/
👨🍳 **BE A PART OF OUR CULINARY JOURNEY** 👨🍳
Adore the wisdom dished out on Chef's PSA? Support us to keep the culinary conversations and insights flowing.
🔗 Support the Podcast : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support
🔔 **STAY IN THE CULINARY LOOP** 🔔
Never miss a beat from the culinary world. Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for notifications - your front-row seat to all things chef and kitchen.
🔗 **LET'S GET SOCIAL**
Join our vibrant culinary community across all platforms!
- TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chefspsa?lang=en
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/ChefsPSA
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• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550525924555
• Website – www.chefspsa.com
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Feeding the Senses: How Chefs Impact the Dining Experience Ep. 94
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The Art of Enhancing Dining Experiences: Insights for Chefs
In this episode of Chef's PSA Podcast, host Andre Natera delves into the psychology of eating and how chefs can significantly influence the dining experience beyond the food itself. The discussion starts with a brief promotion of the podcast's new availability on Substack and an encouragement for listeners to support the show through various platforms. Andre shares a memorable experience at a three-Michelin-star restaurant where scent played a crucial role in enhancing the dining experience, likening it to Pavlov's conditioning experiment. He explores how presentation, ambiance, music, and even the tactile aspects of dining - such as menu design, cutlery, and table settings - contribute to how food is perceived and enjoyed. Andre also discusses the importance of menu design and server recommendations in influencing guest choices and satisfaction. The episode emphasizes the holistic approach to creating memorable dining experiences, underscoring the power of small details and sensory cues in elevating the enjoyment of food.
Food Cost Oracle will help you find solutions to your food cost problems, teach you the basics of food cost and also help build excel spreadsheets with formulas. Free to use for OPEN AI Premium users
🔗 Get it here : https://chat.openai.com/g/g-QXwmj87P7-food-cost-oracle
📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘
Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.
🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/
📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚
Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary Leadership Fundamentals,' 'Bad Sous Good Chef,' and more. Each book is a step towards culinary excellence.
🔗 www.chefspsa.com/books
👕 **FRESH OFF THE PRESS: CHEF’S PSA MERCH!** 👕
Upgrade your chef wardrobe with our stylish and professional merch. Perfect for the kitchen or the street!
🔗 Chef’s PSA Merch Store: https://my-store-d0a44d.creator-spring.com/
👨🍳 **BE A PART OF OUR CULINARY JOURNEY** 👨🍳
Adore the wisdom dished out on Chef's PSA? Support us to keep the culinary conversations and insights flowing.
🔗 Support the Podcast : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support
🔔 **STAY IN THE CULINARY LOOP** 🔔
Never miss a beat from the culinary world. Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for notifications - your front-row seat to all things chef and kitchen.
🔗 **LET'S GET SOCIAL**
Join our vibrant culinary community across all platforms!
- TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chefspsa?lang=en
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/ChefsPSA
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefspsa/
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550525924555
• Website – www.chefspsa.com
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