From Hilton Atlanta to Growth & The Dark Side of the Kitchen | Joshua Harvey aka Chef Vinci | 8ighty 6ix Order #18

In this episode of 8ighty 6ix, I sit down with Joshua Harvey — also known as Chef Vinci — producer, chef, comedian, and actor.We take it back to where it all started: meeting at the Hilton Atlanta and working together inside Trader Vic’s, navigating hotel kitchens, restaurant culture, and the grind that shapes young chefs.This conversation dives into:The kitchens that built usGrowth in leadership and identityHow our cooking styles evolved over timeThe reality and dark side of kitchen cultureExpanding beyond the line into new creative pathsFrom hospitality to personal evolution, this episode reflects on friendship, resilience, and what it really takes to grow in the restaurant industry.If you’ve ever worked in hotels, restaurants, or experienced the intensity of kitchen life, this one will resonate.🎧 New episodes weekly.📲 Follow on Instagram: @__8ighty6ix👨🏾‍🍳 Follow Chef Vern Jr: @_chefvernjrWelcome to 8ighty 6ix — where we talk about what stays, what goes, and what it really takes to last.