#188 - Hospitality Meets Sally Abé - From the Kitchen to the Bookshelf

In this weeks Hospitality Meets, we have a very special guest - Sally Abé, renowned chef and author who has recently released her memoir - A woman's place is in the kitchen.Throughout her career, Sally has worked at some of the most prestigious restaurants in the UK, including the Savoy, Gordon Ramsay at Claridge's, and the Ledbury. She's here to share her journey, from working as a waitress in golf clubs and bars to becoming a junior sous chef and eventually the head chef at the Harwood Arms, which topped the list of the top 50 gastropubs in 2020.But Sally's story isn't just about her achievements in the kitchen. She's also an advocate for change in the hospitality industry, particularly when it comes to creating a more inclusive and supportive work environment for everyone. She'll be discussing the challenges she's faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, as well as the importance of valuing and nurturing your team.We'll also be diving into Sally's experience writing her memoir, which she describes as "a manifesto for change in the professional kitchen industry". She'll share some of the funny and heart-warming moments from her career, as well as the tough times that have shaped her both personally and professionally.So grab a seat at the table and join us for an insightful and inspiring conversation with the one and only Sally Abé. Trust us, you won't want to miss this one!The GuestInstagram - @littlechefsallyThe SponsorToday’s episode comes to you in partnership with RotaCloud, the people management platform for shift-based teams.RotaCloud lets managers create and share rotas, record attendance, and manage annual leave in minutes — all from a single, web-based app.It makes work simple for your team, too, allowing them to check their rotas, request holiday, and even pick up extra shifts straight from their phones. Try RotaCloud’s time-saving tools today by heading to https://rotacloud.com/philThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy