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This week's guest on The Burnt Chef Journal is Jeremy Dixon! Jeremy has dedicated the past 15 years of his career to the speciality foodservice industry, and is currently at the helm of Ochil Foods, a business that was originally established by his parents 35 years ago. Together with David Laing, Jeremy strives to continue and expand upon their legacy to serve Scotland’s chef.
In addition to his professional achievements, Jeremy lives with bi-polar affective disorder, an experience that has profoundly shaped his perspective on life and mental health. His journey has included over a year spent in NHS Mental Hospitals, where he encountered some of the most remarkable and talented individuals. These interactions have fuelled his passion for mental health advocacy and inspired him to help others achieve their full potential.
In his spare time, Jeremy has been laying the groundwork for Empath Centres—centres of excellence dedicated to teaching life skills to those entangled in the mental health system. This system often leads individuals to rely on sickness benefits, which can exacerbate their challenges. The Empath Centres aim to break this cycle by offering apprenticeships across various fields such as business, the arts, the armed forces, and education. Their goal is to guide individuals towards meaningful career paths and fulfilling lives.
Through Empath Centres, Jeremy is committed to creating opportunities that empower people to thrive, leveraging their unique talents and abilities. He believes that with the right support and guidance, everyone can lead a productive and rewarding life.
Take a listen to this episode as Jeremy shares his personal experiences and how he aims to support others. www.ochilfoods.co.uk

The Burnt Chef Project founder, Kris Hall, and co-host Cara Houchen were joined by guest speakers:
⭐ Bianca Tavella, Founder and CEO of Fair Shot
⭐ Lisa Hobbs, CEO of Etymon Projects
 
Listen in as they discuss Rishi Sunak's worries of "benefits becoming a lifestyle choice", and whether the industry does enough to encourage those with disabilities or health issues into the sector. 💭
 
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The Burnt Chef Project founder, Kris Hall, and co-host Cara Houchen were joined by guest speakers:
⭐ Kate Nicholls OBE, CEO of UKHospitality
⭐ Mex Ibrahim, Founder of Women In The Food Industry
Listen in as they discuss the rise of the minimum wage and the impact this may have on the hospitality industry. 💭
 
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This week, our guest host Hulya is joined by Naureen Ahmed.
Naureen is a seasoned hospitality professional, a fervent community builder, an engaging storyteller, and the visionary founder of ‘Inspiring Women in Hospitality’.
With a life journey that saw her living in four different countries by the age of 10, Naureen's path to the hospitality industry felt predestined. Her academic pursuits led her to the EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, where she felt an immediate kinship with fellow students, each with their own unique stories.
Embarking on her career with a position at the Landmark London Hotel, Naureen quickly embraced the operational aspects of hospitality, setting the stage for a significant tenure at STR. Over 12 years, she transitioned through roles from analyst to head of departments, playing a pivotal role in transforming STR into the recognised brand it is today. Naureen's leadership style is marked by inclusivity and a focus on building multicultural team environments.
Recognising the underrepresentation of women in hospitality, Naureen launched the ‘Inspiring Women in Hospitality’ podcast to amplify female voices and inspire change within the industry. Her efforts expanded in September 2023 with the creation of the Inspire Community, a platform designed to foster support among women through mentorship and career development discussions.
 
Listen in as we discuss burnout from the female's perspective.
 
WEBSITE: https://www.inspiringwomeninhospitality.com/
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naureen-ahmed-28253a35/
MEMBER SITE: https://iwih.campground.fyi/forms/66a937a8-456e-42e4-b5aa-2bd127c9a9ef
PODCAST LINK: https://open.spotify.com/show/6likjvIbK2B17g6pQu3QMm

This episode of Hospitality Highlights is hosted by Cara Houchen, and was joined by guest speakers: ⭐ Carissa Teeling, Head of People at House Made Hospitality ⭐ Rebekah Billingsley, Marketing Director of Planday
Tune in as the team discuss Planday's campaign The Single Biggest Shift, and whether planning rotas ahead can create happier and healthier teams, who are more likely to stay in the industry. 💭
 
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On 5th April, our Hospitality Highlights hosts, Kris Hall and Cara Houchen, were joined by:
⭐ Sally Abe of The Pem
⭐ Hrishikesh Desai of Farlam Hall
 
Listen in as we discuss whether robots can replace people in hospitality.💭
 
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