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Mar 2025
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The Chef JKP Podcast Season 9 - Wellness...

The Chef JKP Podcast
About this episode

Season 9 is here! 🎉 And this time, we’re diving deep into wellbeing in the hospitality industry, as we all know it can be a tough place to be. 


James Knight-Paccheco returns with a season dedicated to the real struggles and challenges faced by chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals, featuring raw, honest conversations with inspiring guests.


This season isn’t just about food—it’s about thriving in an industry that never stops. Expect practical advice, expert insights, and personal stories on how to manage stress, recognize mental health struggles, and create supportive work environments.


00:00 Special Announcement!

00:47 Welcome to Season 9

01:21 Focus on Wellness and Mental Health

02:12 Sponsors and Partnerships

03:04 Sneak Peek of Upcoming Episodes

05:48 Personal Updates and Achievements

08:04 Mental Health in Hospitality

09:47 Recognizing and Addressing Mental Health Issues

14:10 Resources for Mental Health Support

15:53 Conclusion and Season Wrap-Up



A huge thank you to our partners:

Luvv Fits - www.luvvfits.com 

Westholme - www.westholme.com


Join the Conversation LIVE

🚨 We’re taking the podcast on the road! 🚨

Join Chef JKP for live recordings at Time Out Market Dubai on April 13th, 20th, and 27th. Expect raw, unfiltered conversations, audience Q&As, and an inside look at what’s shaping the future of hospitality.


Make sure to follow, share, and subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. Leave us a review and let us know what topics YOU want to hear this season.


Links for free mental health advise is below;


·       7 Cups

7cups.com

Provides free, anonymous emotional support through online chat with trained volunteer listeners, along with community forums.

·       Mental Health America (MHA)

mhanational.org

Offers free mental health screenings, educational resources, and information to help users better understand and manage mental health.

·       The Mighty

themighty.com

An online community where people share their personal experiences with mental health challenges and support one another.

·       Mind

mind.org.uk

Although based in the UK, Mind provides extensive mental health information, advice, and support services that can benefit users worldwide.

·       Samaritans

samaritans.org

Offers free, confidential support for people in distress. While its primary services focus on the UK and Ireland, the website provides useful global resources and crisis intervention advice.

·       IMAlive

imalive.org

A free online crisis chat service where individuals can speak with trained volunteers if they’re in distress (primarily available for the US, but accessible online).


Remember: Food is memories. Enjoy Season 9, culinary brothers and sisters! 🍴

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