Ferdinand Metz, the first Certified Master Chef in history, shares how chefs can create a lasting legacy and the special skills they may need today.
Listen or WatchDaphne Oz, Emmy Award-winning television host, chats about judging MasterChef Junior, family, and remaining authentic on social media.
Listen or WatchListen as Kristen Kish discusses her path from Top Chef winner to host, the invaluable lessons from her youth, and her commitment to culinary education.
Listen or WatchBekei Ijewere, founder of Beks Culinary Academy, shares her journey from accountant to culinary trailblazer within Africa's food culture.
Listen or WatchShari Bayer, founder of Bayer Public Relations, chats about building a thriving career in restaurant public relations.
Listen or WatchWonda Grobbelaar, chef, soft skills expert, and PhD candidate, discusses how culinarians can manage stress and burnout in the kitchen.
Listen or WatchMichel Escoffier, the great-grandson of Auguste Escoffier, shares how he’s keeping the family legacy alive and his future vision for culinary arts.
Listen or WatchGavin Kaysen, award-winning chef and founder of Soigné Hospitality Group, chats about why new culinary talent should take bold chances in the restaurant world.
Listen or WatchRagnar Fridriksson, Managing Director of the World Association of Chefs’ Societies, talks about building a global network of culinarians.
Listen or WatchGina Homolka, founder of “Skinnytaste,” shares her secret to creating healthy recipes and how she grew her food blog to attract millions.
Listen or WatchKirk T. Bachmann is the President | Provost of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts Boulder, Colorado campus. He is a German-American Chef, a consummate educator, and always promoting the highest standards of quality – honoring the craft of cooking and supporting students, educators, and guests from all walks of life.
His many culinary industry accolades include Certified Executive Chef® (CEC®), Culinary Salon medalist, and member of the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), The International Association of Culinary Professionals, Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, Antonin Careme Society, Disciples d’Escoffier, and The International Food and Beverage Forum.
The Essential Culinary School Planner & Checklist
The Essential Culinary
School Planner & Checklist
We’ve compiled a checklist of all of the essential questions into one handy workbook: Career options, academic plans, financing your education, and more.