Want to Work in Hospitality? Hear How UCB Will Make You Industry-Ready

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Breaking Bread Birmingham

Breaking Bread Podcast

155 episodes

2 days ago

Welcome to Breaking Bread Birmingham, the ultimate food podcast that celebrates the vibrant culinary landscape of our beloved city. We are your hosts, Liam and Carl, two food-obsessed friends on a mission to uncover the hidden gems, culinary wonders, and untold stories that make Birmingham’s food scene genuinely exceptional. So join us on this mouthwatering adventure as we explore the city’s food scene, share inspiring stories, and champion Birmingham as a culinary destination worth celebrating.

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Want to Work in Hospitality? Hear How UCB Will Make You Industry-Ready

Breaking Bread Birmingham

1 hour 22 seconds

1 year ago

Want to Work in Hospitality? Hear How UCB Will Make You Industry-Ready

Join us at UCB restaurant as we delve into the unique training environment for aspiring chefs at University College Birmingham. Our guest, a seasoned chef and head of the culinary arts department, talks about the transition from bustling dinners to a quiet, reflective time suited for maintenance and preparations. Discover how the college's realistic working environments, including training kitchens and a public-facing restaurant, prepare students for the unpredictability of a career in hospitality. Learn about the chef's vibrant journey from Reading to Birmingham, his experiences in the industry, and the importance of both formal training and hands-on learning. This episode offers invaluable insights for anyone considering a career in culinary arts, highlighting the significance of industry standards and the essential qualities of future hospitality leaders.

00:00 Welcome to UCB Restaurant

00:15 The Quiet Before the Storm

01:08 Training the Next Generation

01:49 Public Facing Restaurant

02:43 Real-World Learning

04:27 Dealing with Difficult Customers

10:49 The Chef's Journey

14:49 Birmingham's Food Scene

21:02 Formal Training vs. Self-Taught

25:08 Student Success Stories

26:45 Front of House Experience

27:35 Celebrating Bakers