Melinda Dorn is an Industry Support Specialist and Outreach Coordinator for Culinary Hospitality Outreach and Wellness (aka CHOW). Learn about her incredible journey of recovery and self discovery and how she has turned her experiences and training into a beacon of support and inspiration for hospitality professionals. CulinarRecovery Website: https://www.culinarecovery.com CHOW Website: https://www.chowco.org Kitchen Brain Website: https://www.kitchenbrainx.com Be Better Culinary Perspectives Website: https://www.bebettercp.com/coaching

Chef/Owner of Multiverse Kitchens in Charlottesville, VA, Harrison Keevil talks about how he created the first Virtual Food Hall. He and Host Mike Matarazzo also discuss mental health, concept development, and creating a positive environment for your team. Multiverse Kitchens Website: https://www.multiversekitchens.com Kitchen Brain Website https://www.kitchenbrainx.com Be Better Culinary Perspectives Website: https://www.bebettercp.com

Host Mike Matarazzo interviews the Founder of Culinary Hospitality Outreach and Wellness (CHOW), John Hinman and the Executive Director of CHOW, Erin Boyle. In the interview, they discuss all of the resources that they offer hospitality professional with regard to mental health, support, and creating positive work environments. CHOW Website: https://www.chowco.org Follow CHOW on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chow_org/ John Hinman's Netflix recommendation: "The River Runner" Kitchen Brain Website: https://www.kitchenbrainx.com Be Better Culinary Perspectives Website: https://www.bebettercp.com Email the Host (Mike Matarazzo): michaelm@bebettercp.com Join the Chefs for Change Facebook Group: https://www.instagram.com/chow_org/

Host Mike Matarazzo gives an overview of what to expect in Season Two and lends a little perspective on the topic of Mental Health in the Hospitality Industry. Visit Be Better Culinary Perspectives to learn more about Life and Leadership Coaching https://www.bebettercp.com Book Mike Matarazzo as the Keynote Speaker at your next event. Email requests to michaelm@bebettercp.com Kitchen Brain Website: https://www.kitchenbrainx.com Follow Kitchen Brain on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kitchenbrain_podcast/

A micro episode that addresses a topic from the Chefs for Change Facebook Group. Chefs for Change Facebook Group Link https://www.facebook.com/groups/3698740926813323 Kitchen Brain Website https://www.kitchenbrainx.com Contact Mike Matarazzo michaelm@bebettercp.com Be Better Culinary Perspectives Website https://www.bebettercp.com

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Bryan Skelding is the Executive Chef of the renowned Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, WV. In addition to running the hotel's massive culinary operation, Bryan also oversees one of the oldest and most prestigious culinary apprenticeship programs in the world. In this episode Skelding takes us through his career progression, talks about the evolution of his leadership style, and explains how he has made changes to the apprenticeship over the years to ensure it's value and relevance in todays industry. The Greenbrier Website: https:www.greenbrier.com Bryan Skelding Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryanskelding Kitchen Brain Podcast Website: https://www.kitchenbrainx.com Kitchen Brain Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kitchenbrain_podcast Mike Matarazzo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matarazzom1 Be Better Culinary Perspectives Website: https://www.bebettercp.com

Lindsey Ofcacek is both a co-founder and the director for The LEE Initiative, which launched in late 2017 and has a mission of addressing issues of diversity and equality in the restaurant industry. Since launching The LEE Initiative, Ofcacek has created several programs under its umbrella, including Women Chefs of KY; Restaurant Workers Relief Program; Restaurant Reboot Relief Program; Regrow; and McAtee Community Kitchen. Prior to starting The LEE Initiative, Ofcacek worked with Chef Edward Lee at 610 Magnolia as the general manager and wine director. Ofcacek has worked in almost every part of the food business, from farming and distribution to cooking and managing. Prior to joining the team at 610 Magnolia, Ofcacek helped open Decca, working as the front of house manager and then events manager. She has devoted years of tireless work in the local food community. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, listening to records, and hosting dinner parties inspired by Martha Stewart. Lee Initiative Website: https://www.leeinitiative.org Lee Initiative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeinitiative Chef Edward Lee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefedwardlee Kitchen Brain Podcast Website: https://www.kitchenbrainx.com Kitchen Brain Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kitchenbrain_podcast Mike Matarazzo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matarazzom1 Be Better Culinary Perspectives Website: https://www.bebettercp.com