The good thingsI like the creative aspect of my job. I get to design and develop recipes that come to life on the plate. I enjoy passing on the knowledge to young Chef's moving up. I enjoy making people happy with...

The challengesI don't like the fact that the hours take me away from my family a lot of the time. I only see my kids for a few hours a week on my days off.

Aug 2023

I enjoy the challenge and responsibilities of being a head chef, creating dishes and training new chefs too

Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Professional Cookery

Experience10+ years

Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)

SpecialisationHospitality & Tourism

The good thingsAlways something new, working with great people and offering a rememberable service

The challengesVery long unsociable hours, average pay, high pressure and loads of stress

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