Episode 26

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Published on:

14th Jun 2023

The Pros & Cons of Being Self-Employed In Hospitality

Today, cake artist and entrepreneur Tracey Rashid joins host Timothy R Andrews to talk about her transition from training at a transport company to running her own business.

In this delightfully uplifting episode Tracey shares

How a quote from Marco Pierre White cemented her career
The pros and cons of working for yourself
Why the term "Cake Artist" is so important
What it felt like representing her country for Europe on TV
Why going to schools is important for the future of Hospitality

A fun, inspirational look at a single mums journey into becoming an entrepreneur.

Unfortunately Sarah was unwell for this episode so the session is only hosted by Timothy R. Andrews. But she'll be back!

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More information on Tracey and Essence of Cake can be found at:

Essence of Cake UK

The Compass Cake

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Timothy Put The Kettel on is Co-hosted by:

Timothy R. Andrews &

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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.

About your host

Timothy Andrews