Louise shares her fascinating journey from the bustling kitchens of fine dining restaurants to the strategic halls of food manufacturing, and eventually establishing her own successful business Delicious by Design. Discover the importance of allergen awareness, food education and evolving culinary careers.

Key takeaways from the podcast include:

• Cooking Skills Matter: Phil and Louise underline the critical importance of cooking skills for nourishment and reducing food waste. Whether you’re a layperson or a professional, understanding the basics of cooking can transform your dietary habits and the environment.
• Navigating Career Changes: Louise’s career trajectory—from fresh food kitchens to food manufacturing, and ultimately to owning a business—offers valuable insights on flexibility, seizing opportunities and leveraging past experiences to carve out a fulfilling career path.
• Allergen Management: Louise emphasises the importance of creating appealing allergen-free foods and managing allergens in kitchen operations, not just from a compliance standpoint but also to enhance the dining experience and build customer loyalty.

Join this 'flavourful' conversation filled with stories of bold career moves, family support and the passionate pursuit of safe and delicious food. Don't miss this chance to gain a broader perspective on the culinary world with Louise Wagstaffe on Chefs on the Pass.

Chefs on the Pass is sponsored by Ramsden Recruitment, a specialist chef recruitment agency, providing bespoke recruitment services to the catering industry. The podcast Chefs on the Pass is available on your podcast app of choice.