24th May 2024

The Burnt Chef Project creates new networking collective

Written by: Edward Waddell
The Burnt Chef Project has announced the launch of a new collaborative initiative The Burnt Brunch that is aimed at pioneers, thought leaders and disruptors actively looking to change the menu and put wellbeing at the top of the bill in hospitality.

Designed to address the challenges hospitality teams face and bring new ideas to the table, The Burnt Brunches are a series of six networking lunches taking place at some of the UK’s ‘most desirable’ restaurants throughout 2024.

Complete with a panel-style discussion, insightful Q&A debate and conversations around positive leadership, the events are a place for industry experts and business leaders to come together to learn, network and engage with others.

Each event will focus on a key and relevant wellbeing topic including, resilience, nurturing the next generation, success, imposter syndrome, recruitment & retention and work-life balance. The events will feature guests such as leading chefs and influential personalities from the region.

The first event takes place on Tuesday 25th June at The Pem in London, hosted by The Burnt Chef Project in conjunction with Sally Abe and Romy Gill. Sally and Romy will discuss their career journeys and how they navigated changes of direction, ultimately leading to a conversation around resilience in difficult situations.

Other scheduled events include:

  • Monday 22nd July at Simpsons Restaurant in Birmingham: Luke Tipping and Louisa Ellis. They will discuss how gen Z approaches the industry,
  • Tuesday 6th August at The Hovels in Leeds: Eddy Lascelles and ex-footballer Eddie Grey touch on how pivot and change led to success
  • Tuesday 17th September at Smoke, Hampton Manor in Birmingham: with a guest appearance from Stuart Deeley.

Kris Hall, founder and chief executive of The Burnt Chef Project, commented: “Combining standout restaurants, incredible chefs, inspirational guests and the opportunity to discuss some of the most pressing wellbeing topics currently impacting the industry, The Burnt Brunches will be a hub of idea generation and learning for those attending.

“Each event has a capacity of 40, meaning almost 250 of the industry’s biggest decision-makers, thought leaders and pioneers will come together over the course of the next six months, sharing insight, opening conversation, making new connections and discussing expertise for the good of the sector – while enjoying a delicious brunch of course.”

To find out more about The Burnt Brunches and to book your tickets, please visit www.theburntchefproject.com.