Episode 24

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Published on:

31st May 2023

How To Recruit Chefs & Keep Them

In this episode of Timothy put the Kettel on: Talking Hospitality, Executive Chef Sebastian Price shares his insights on how to recruit and retain top talent in the hospitality industry.

Sebastian discusses the challenges of hiring and keeping good chefs in the current climate, and offers advice on how to create a positive and supportive work environment that will attract and retain top talent.

Sebastian also discusses the importance of creating a culture of respect and fairness in the workplace, and why to avoid the pitfalls of toxicity and ridiculous working hours.

He shares his own story of how he lost his job during the pandemic, and how he used that experience to pivot and truly make a difference in the hospitality industry.


This episode is a must-listen for anyone who hires and recruits in the hospitality industry.


Sebastian's insights are invaluable, and his story is inspiring.


Co-hosted by Timothy R. Andrews and Sarah Kettel.


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More information on Sebastian Price can be found at:


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Sebastians Previous episode can be found at:

How Losing My Job Led Me To Love Hospitality Again


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Timothy Put The Kettel on is Co-hosted by:



Timothy R. Andrews &

Sarah Kettel


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Editing & Visuals by: Timothy R Andrews


Theme Tune: "Mandarin & Chocolate" by Doriane Woo


Feat voiceover artist, Lara Rathod


Sound Effects by: Epidemic Sound

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About the Podcast

Talking Hospitality podcast
This fun, informative podcast brings experts together with a recruiter, a chef & a cake artiste talking Hospitality and industry related wide-ranging topics & solutions: from mental health; sobriety to attracting, hiring & retention of staff.
Welcome to Talking Hospitality, where we’re all about real conversations, fresh insights, and actionable solutions for today’s hospitality leaders. Whether you’re managing a restaurant, running a hotel, or leading a team in hospitality, this podcast brings together industry pros with one goal: to help you tackle challenges, stay ahead of trends, and lead with confidence.

Hosted by Timothy R Andrews, Tracey Rashid, and Joe McDonnell, each episode dives into hot topics—think recruitment strategies, mental health, sustainability, tech innovations, and more. But we don’t stop at identifying issues; we’re all about finding solutions that work. Our guests aren’t here to vent—they’re here to provide practical advice, tips, and strategies that you can put into practice immediately.

With a mix of industry insights, real-life examples, and solutions-focused discussions, Talking Hospitality is here to support and empower hospitality professionals who are looking to make a positive impact. Perfect for those with packed schedules, each episode is designed to offer maximum insight in a short, engaging format.

Support the podcast by purchasing hospitality e-learning courses from Educating Hospitality or by buying us a coffee—every little helps us keep the valuable content coming!

So, if you’re ready to boost your hospitality skills and gain fresh perspectives from industry experts, hit play and join the conversation.

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