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Tim Varney & Michael Bascetta of Worksmith chat with hospitality’s top brass. Not much of a format, just whatever comes to mind. Worksmith is a co-working space, but we’re also a hub and a platform to collaborate, innovate, and grow. We provide our members with flexible workplaces, top-of-the-range equipment and amenities, and a thriving, supportive community of food, beverage and hospitality professionals. Join us in our quest to Grow. Hospitality. Together.
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Principle of Hospitality (POH) saw a gap in Australia’s hospitality industry — with a growing need to keep abreast of the latest trends and innovations, as well as the changing needs of consumers, it was clear our hospitality heroes could benefit from a stronger support network.
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In this episode, we explore the essential role of purpose in building successful hospitality brands with Michael Bascetta, Co-Founder & Creative Director of Grada Coffee, Home Grown & Stella Coffee. Michael tackles topics such as effective project management, strategic mentor relationships, and the significance of branding and proactive planning. W…
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Ep 277 - Mastering the Art of Culinary Precision: Aleksis Kalnins' Journey from Elite Kitchens to MOLLI. Welcome to the Principle of Hospitality Podcast where we dive deeply into culinary arts with some of the most fascinating personalities. Join your host, Leon Kennedy, as he sits down with the elite operators of the culinary world. This week, we …
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Ep 276 - From Pandemic to Pastry Powerhouse: The Tarts Anon Tale With Gareth Whitton from Tarts Anon In this series we are re-releasing some of our most loved, talked about and interesting conversations. We hope you enjoy this episode. Welcome to the Principle of Hospitality Podcast where we dive deeply into culinary arts with some of the most fasc…
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Ep 275 -Innovative Hospitality Design and Branding: Trends, Marketing, and Practical Advice for Businesses with Jes Egan from Principle Design In this series we are re-releasing some of our most loved, talked about and interesting conversations. We hope you enjoy this episode. This week we are excited to have Jes Egan the General Manager of Princip…
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Ep 274 - The importance of storytelling in the design of your hospitality venue with Eid Goh the Director of Architects EAT In this series, we are re-releasing some of our most loved, talked about and interesting conversations. We hope you enjoy this episode. Architects EAT believes in ‘finding new solutions to the everyday’, and is run by a talent…
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Ep 273 - Coffee Meets Cocktails: Brewing Innovation with Tim Varney & Darren Leaney from Worksmith and the launch of Grada In today's episode, we're broadcasting straight from the heart of the action at the Worksmith recording studio. Joining us are Tim Varney and Darren Leaney, the innovative minds behind Worksmith. These two have been instrumenta…
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Ep 272 - Resilience and Growth: The Evolution of Saul's with Co-Founders Leor, Elliot, and Kaisey In this episode, we're diving into the story of Saul's, a sandwich brand that's become a staple in Melbourne's culinary scene. Joining us are the co-founders Leor and Elliot, along with Kaisey, who has been leading the brand as CEO for the past year. S…
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Ep 271 - Sustainable Solutions for Hospitality: Tom Naughtin on Waste Ninja's Waste Warriors In this week's episode, we chat with Tom Naughtin, the General Manager of Waste Ninja. This company is pioneering waste management solutions, specifically targeted for the hospitality industry, aiming to make businesses both more efficient and environmental…
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Ep 270 - Reinventing the Deli: Fresh Growth & Four-Day Weeks with Hector's with CEO Adam Brownell This week, we're excited to welcome Adam Brownell, CEO of Hector's Deli, to the show. Adam's impressive background in Food and Beverage Management has taken him around the world, and now he's steering the ship at Hector's Deli in Melbourne. Known for i…
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Ep 269 - Cooking with Conviction: A Culinary Journey with Chef Ian Curley We're honoured to welcome a stalwart of the culinary world, Chef Ian Curley, to our podcast. A British expat who has become a cornerstone of Melbourne's food scene, Chef Curley brings over 30 years of rich experience and a love for European cuisine to the table. His influence…
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Ep 268 - Feeding Melbourne's Soul: La Luna, Life, and Legacy in the Kitchen with Chef Adrian Richardson In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Adrian Richardson, the culinary force behind La Luna Bistro and a familiar face on Australian television. With a career spanning over three decades, Adrian has not only shaped his own kitchen but al…
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Ep 267 - The Intersection of Innovation and Tradition with Chris Lerch & Keat Lee from Lagoon Dining We are thrilled to have Chris Lerch and Keat Lee of Melbourne's acclaimed Lagoon Dining with us on this podcast. Launched in 2019, the restaurant has been a beacon for East Asian-inspired cuisine, impressing critics and diners alike. With a perfect …
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Ep 266 - Repeat - Intimate settings, epic experiences: The Power of Small Venues with founder of Don’s Place Alex Gavioli Smaller format venues with more compact food and beverage programs are becoming normalised across the country, especially in Melbourne. The bar scene is no stranger to this, so it is great to talk with a dynamic young leader in …
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Ep 265: From Corporate Life to a Delicious Detour with Chef Carolyne Helmy from The Star Gold Coast This week we’re honored to chat with Chef Carolyne Helmy. With a unique blend of French culinary mastery and New Caledonian heritage, Carolyne has been shaping the gastronomic landscape at The Star Gold Coast's luxury suite hotel, The Darling. Prepar…
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Ep 264: Cirque Du Soil's Path to Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Hospitality with Jean Darling and Stephen Mason. This week we're sitting down with Jean Darling and Stephen Mason, the minds behind Cirque Du Soil. This brand is not just shaking up the waste management game; it's creating a movement toward sustainable practices in hospitality. From envi…
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Bonus Episode - Worksmith Events - The Future Of Restaurants Report supported by Square In the latest edition of Worksmith Community Talks, we explore the Future of Restaurants Report as supported by Square. The food and beverage industry attracts fearless, resilient entrepreneurs who are embracing change. From blurring the line with retail to push…
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Ep 263 -Serving South Australia in a Glass: Insights into the Success of Mothervine and East End Cellars with Quinn Spencer Today, we're pouring a glass with Quinn Spencer, the brains behind the management of Mothervine and East End Cellars in beautiful South Australia. These places are a dream for wine enthusiasts and foodies, and we're thrilled t…
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Ep 262 - Cooking with Heart - Matt Golinski's Journey to Gastronomic Excellence In this exciting episode, we sat down with the one and only Matt Golinski, a household name in Australia's culinary scene. Best known for his dynamic presence on the TV show 'Ready Steady Cook,' Matt opens up about his deep-rooted passion for cooking and his journey in …
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Ep 261 - From Melbourne to Global Cafes: Mario Minichilli's Prana Chai Adventure We're delighted to have Mario Minichilli, co-founder of Prana Chai, in the house this week! Handmade in Melbourne and savoured around the globe, Prana Chai's unique blend has been a game-changer in the world of chai. Let's dive into the story with Mario. ☕ In This Epis…
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Ep 260 - From Italy to Australia: The Cheesemaking Odyssey of Giorgio Linguanti from That's Amore Cheese Join us as we explore the rich and flavorful journey of Giorgio Linguanti, the mind behind That's Amore Cheese. With 15 years in the business, Giorgio has not only brought authentic Italian cheese to Australian shores but has also educated palat…
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Ep 259 - Transforming the way hospitality businesses operate with Richard McLeod, CEO of Loaded Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of hospitality with Richard McLeod, former hospitality group owner and one the masterminds behind Loaded. This comprehensive software hub is shaking up the way the industry operates, and we're thrilled to hav…
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Bonus Ep - Worksmith Community Talks - How Authentic is your venue's design and experience? In the latest edition of Worksmith Community Talks, we explore how design influences authenticity & experience within the hospitality landscape. What does an authentic space look and feel like? Is there a trade-off required in venue design to achieve both fu…
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Ep 258 - Navigating the Hospitality Terrain: Innovation, Customer Experience, and Legacy with Maria Tsihlakis. In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Maria Tsihlakis to the podcast. Maria's journey in the hospitality management realm has been nothing short of remarkable. Her innovative strategies, coupled with a deep-rooted passion for customer…
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Ep 257 - Amplifying Filipino Flavours and Stories: A Journey into Cultural Culinary Fusion with Fides Mae Santos from The Entree. Pinays. and The Calamansi Story. In the latest episode of the Principle of Hospitality podcast, we had an enriching conversation with Fides Mae Santos of The Entree. Pinays. about the Calamansi Story and the cultural sig…
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Ep 256 - Charting a Sustainable Seafood Path and Influencing the Future of Culinary Arts with Umar Nguyen, the ‘Fish Girl’. In our captivating podcast episode, our guest Umar Ngyuyen and I embark on a journey through the lesser-known domains of seafood. We delve into the increased use of the whole fish in dishes, shedding light on overlooked parts …
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Ep 255 - Rebuilding a pub to be magical again with Rebecca Feingold from Goldy’s Tavern Today, we're revisiting an episode that received fantastic feedback. Join us as we chat with Rebecca Feingold, the passionate owner of Goldy's Tavern, a pub that truly captures the magic of creating long-lasting friendships. Rebecca shares her remarkable journey…
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Ep 254 - Evolving a loved cafe brand with so much heritage Jets (Anita) Langlands from LaMarzocco In this episode, we're revisiting a fan-favorite conversation with Jets Langlands from La Marzocco, where we explore the evolution of a beloved cafe brand with a rich heritage. Jets takes us on a journey as she shares her early experiences in the indus…
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Ep 253 - Creating Unique Dining Experiences and Adapting to Change: A Conversation with Restaurateur Howin Chui and Chef Chase Kojima from Senpai Concepts Prepare to dive into an exhilarating conversation as we join Chef Chase Kojima and Howin Chui in an engaging podcast episode. These two dynamic individuals share their journey, their unique partn…
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Ep 252 - Growth, Expansion, and Fatherhood, a Conversation with Kieran Spiteri from Yolk.Group Brace yourselves for a stimulating conversation today as we welcome back a familiar face, Kieran Spiteri, known to many of you as the driving force behind Melbourne's acclaimed café, Terror Twilight. His plate has been full, navigating his expanding busin…
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Ep 251 - Championing Change: Navigating Inclusion, Diversity, and Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry with Jazmin Bornholdt from Ibis Sydney Thornleigh Welcome to another exciting episode! We're hanging out with Jazmin Bornholdt today. She's not just your ordinary Operations Manager at Ibis Sydney Thornleigh; she's also an Asia Pacific Inclu…
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Ep 250 - Uncovering the power of people, mental health, and embracing change with acclaimed chef Telina Menzies This week we are thrilled to have Telina Menzies joining us. With a wealth of experience and expertise in the hospitality sector, Telina has been instrumental in driving change and fostering a positive work environment they work in. In th…
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Ep 249 - From Pandemic to Pastry Powerhouse: The Tarts Anon Tale with Gareth Whitton from Tarts Anon Join your host, Leon Kennedy, as he sits down with the elite operators of the culinary world. In today's episode, we have a special guest who embodies the essence of a high-performance chef. If there were a West Point equivalent for chefs, he would …
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Bonus Ep - UNPACK: Changes to packaging and the impact on supply, design and roll-out - A panel discussion for the hospitality industry Welcome to a very special episode of the podcast where we delve deep into the world of packaging design and sustainability. Our panel discussion today is inspired by a theme that resonates with us all - transparenc…
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Ep 248 - Unleashing the Future of Hospitality through Innovation and Cutting-Edge Technology with Colin Birney from Square This week we are discussing the latest trends and insights in the hospitality industry. Today, we're excited to have Colin Birney as our guest. For the last four years, Colin has been the Head of Business Development for Square…
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Ep 247 -A Flavorful Journey through Authentic Mexican Cuisine with the Visionaries Behind It with Beatrice and Daniel Pineda from Superchido and CDMX Our guests this week are from the exciting Superchido and CDMX brands, both are authentic Mexican restaurants in Melbourne that are making waves for its delicious cuisine and unique brand story. Joini…
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Bonus Ep - Worksmith Events - Who is in control of your venue’s narrative? We're back with our Worksmith Community talk on a topic that can make or break a business. In the ever-changing landscape of social media, we look to explore the role of journalists, PR companies and influencers within the hospitality industry - and how to equip venues to de…
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Ep 246 - Building a Greener Future: Expert Insights on Sustainable Event Consulting with Director of Frank Wild Marky Rochford This week we're excited to have Marky Rochford, the Director of Frank Wild, a sustainable event management brand that has made a name for itself in the hospitality industry. With a focus on reducing waste and promoting sust…
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Ep 245 - Pancakes before everything, an exceptional Sydney cafe with a focus on branding with Chris Theodosi from Happyfield This week we sit down with Chris Theodosi who is the co-owner of the popular Sydney cafe, Happyfield. Happyfield is known for its delicious coffee, delicious pancakes, and beautiful atmosphere, and we're excited to learn more…
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Ep 244 -Innovative Hospitality Design and Branding: Trends, Marketing, and Practical Advice for Businesses with Jes Egan from Principle Design This week we are excited to have Jes Egan the General Manager of Principle Design, a hospitality design and branding agency. Principle Design has a wealth of experience in the industry, with a focus on creat…
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Ep 243- Managing to move forward as the wall is literally crashing down next to you with Managing Director of The North Spoon Gareth Naar. Located north in Sydney’s CBD in McMahons Point, The North Spoon is a neighbourhood favourite cafe by day and event-come function space at night. Famed for its Italian nights. From its humble beginnings in 2017 …
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Ep 242 - Understanding your dream to create different hospitality experiences with Michael Rantissi & Kristy Frawley from Kepos Street Kitchen Since opening their now-institutional venue Kepos Street Kitchen in 2012, Michael Rantissi and Kristy Frawley have gone on to open a 2nd location, establish a catering company and release 2 top-selling cookb…
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Worksmith Community Talks - MCF Symposium - Pt 3 - THE GREAT DEABATE: There is a future for non-alcoholic spirits with Matt Jones from Four Pillars, Charlie Lehmann from Ramblin' Rascal, Rachael Niall from Tomorrow on Tap and Cara Devine from Bomba. Please find our guest information here: Website: https://worksmith.io/ Instagram: https://www.instag…
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Ep 241 - Discover the difference between training and coaching and how effective onboarding can retain talent with Chris Firinauskas, Transformational Coach & 42 Days In this week’s podcast we have an amazing facilitator and transformational coach in the hospitality industry, a company that specializes in hospitality onboarding and training. With y…
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Worksmith Community Talks - MCF Symposium - Pt 2 - Why do we need more Australian Spirits on the Speed Rail with Will Edwards from Archie Rose and Kate Rowlands from Never Never Distilling Co. Taking place on Tuesday, March 28th at Music Market in Collingwood, Melbourne, and in its 3rd year, the trade-focused Symposium will tackle pressing concerns…
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Ep 240 -When you share rather than just give, everyone benefits from renowned chef, hospitality teacher, and restaurateur Daman Shrivastav Starting off as a chef apprentice in 1981, this week’s guest Daman Shrivastav is the owner of India @ Q by DDs Kitchen in Kew, chef trainer at Box Hill Tafe, and charity food facilitator. Daman has established h…
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The MCF Symposium is an annual event that brings together leading figures in the Australian hospitality industry for a day of thought-provoking talks, engaging panels, and practical workshops. It provides a platform for industry professionals to connect, share ideas, and learn from one another. One of the standout sessions from the symposium was th…
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Ep 239 - From Humble Beginnings to Household Name: The Chick-fil-A Story with Alex Seale, and Executive Director from Chick-fil-a Today, we have a very special guest with us, someone who is behind one of North America’s most popular and beloved fast-food chains. Executive Director Alex Seale joins us from the brand Chick-fil-A. With a mission to se…
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Ep 238 - Brewed for the Mindful Drinker: Discovering the Rise of Lightning Minds Beer with founder Michael Payne Today, we have an extraordinary guest with us, someone brewing up something truly special in the world of craft beer. Joining us from the brand Lightning Minds beer is the founder Michael Payne. With a passion for craft beer, the team ha…
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Ep 237 - Fresh Takes on Healthy Eating: Meet the Salad Revolutionaries with the co-founder of GreenStreet, Jackson McGrath With a mission to provide fresh, delicious, and healthy salads to people on the go, Jackson and Jesse McGrath have created a line of salads that are not only delicious but also packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and other bene…
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Ep 236 -Transforming Lives Through Hospitality: Autumn Scarf '23 season of dinners with Hannah Brennan from Scarf & Laura Boulton from Cassette. Scarf Community is on a mission to support young people who face barriers to work, and their organisation has created a program that provides training and job opportunities in the hospitality industry. Thr…
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