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Apr 2024
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S5 Ep11: Season 5 - Episode 11 - Halil A...

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In this enlightening episode of the Chef JKP podcast, host Chef JKP welcomes Halil Asar, a pioneering figure in the hospitality industry. 
Halil shares his inspirational journey from his early days in his mother's restaurant to becoming the youngest three-star Michelin maitre d' in Europe. 
Currently the director of operations for the Amai restaurant group, Halil provides profound insights on leadership, teamwork, and the challenges faced by the industry.

 

ChefJKP and Halil discuss:

  • Following Your Passion and Dreams
  • Commonalities Among High-End Restaurants
  • The Pressure of Working in Top Restaurants
  • Managing People and Leadership at a Young Age
  • The Challenge of Non-Alcoholic Beverages
  • The Expanding Food Scene in the Middle East

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