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The Chef JKP PodcastAuthor: The Chef JKP Podcast
James Knight-Paccheco celebrates the inspirational stories of people within hospitality, their ups, their downs and everything in between. What does it take to keep up in one of the most competitive, mentally and physically stressful industries in the world? Giving incredible insights and advice to the listeners. For more information go to http://www.chefjkp.com Language: en Genres: Arts, Business, Careers, Food Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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What’s Coming This Season and Why It Matters....Season 12 Begins...
Episode 1
Wednesday, 18 March, 2026
Send us Fan MailSeason 12 of The Chef JKP Podcast kicks off with a solo episode, bringing you closer to the stories, people, and conversations you’ll hear across the season.With 14 episodes ahead, this season features chefs, operators, and industry voices sharing their journeys, decisions, and defining moments inside hospitality.In this opening episode, Chef JKP reflects on what’s been happening behind the scenes, shares updates from the industry, and answers questions from listeners around the world, from kitchen culture and leadership to building concepts, handling pressure, and navigating the realities of the business.It’s an honest, unfiltered introduction to the perspectives you’ll hear throughout Season 12.What You Will Hear in This Episode• What to expect from Season 12 and why it’s the biggest yet• Listener Q&A from across the world on real industry challenges• Career decisions that feel risky but change everything• What actually makes a restaurant concept work• Why team culture is everything in a kitchen• The balance between creativity, discipline, and leadership• How chefs think about branding, growth, and standing out• The reality behind awards, recognition, and success• Handling pressure, failure, and tough services• The mindset required to sustain a long-term career in hospitalityChapters00:00 Welcome to Season 12 and what’s ahead00:02 Why this season is extended to 14 episodes00:04 Listener Q&A begins with global questions00:08 Career risks and moving to new markets00:14 Building strong restaurant concepts00:18 Team culture, leadership, and emotional intelligence00:23 Design, branding, and guest experience00:28 Industry insights, awards, and recognition00:35 Handling pressure, mistakes, and growth00:42 The hardest lessons in hospitality and closing thoughtsProudly Brought to You by ValrhonaValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website: https://www.valrhona.comSupport the ShowStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNFollow Chef JKPInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE
