The Cheflife Podcast

The Cheflife Podcast

Topic led discussions about life in the kitchen. Featuring chefs and industry champions discussing issues and topics that affect our Cheflife

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July 14, 2025 8 mins

Summary


In this episode, Lee Cooper discusses the current state of the hospitality industry, focusing on the alarming rate of pub closures in the UK due to rising costs. He highlights the need for innovation, such as repurposing empty office spaces into nightlife venues, and emphasizes the importance of sustainability and technology in the industry. Lee encourages chefs and operators to adapt and reinvent themselves in the face ...

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Episode Title: From Chester to Caistor – The Journey of Mark Poynton

In this episode of the Cheflife Podcast, Lee sits down with acclaimed chef Mark Poynton to explore the milestones of his impressive culinary journey. From his early days in Chester to formative years at the legendary Midsummer House, Mark shares candid insights into the pressures and triumphs that shaped his path.


He reflects on launching Restaurant Alimentum, b...

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May 19, 2025 35 mins

New Beginnings with Carl Newey | The Story We All Tell


In this episode of The Cheflife Podcast, I’m joined for the first time by Carl Newey — and it won’t be the last. Carl steps in not just as a guest, but as the new co-presenter of the show. We dive into his culinary journey, the highs and lows of life in the kitchen, and his important ambassadorial role with The Burnt Chef Project. Carl opens up about the story so many chefs ...

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April 30, 2025 11 mins

In this solo episode of Cheflife, host Lee Cooper takes a deep dive into the origins and evolution of kitchen hierarchy—from the rigid structure of Escoffier’s brigade system to the boundary-breaking kitchens of Ferran Adrià, Noma, and Asma Khan. With over two decades in the industry, Lee brings personal stories and hard-earned insight to explore how leadership, structure, and culture have changed in the modern kitchen. Whether you...

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April 19, 2025 13 mins

Kitchen lingo, What is it? Secret code for chefs

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June 10, 2024 52 mins

Episode 1 - Jon Fell

Cumbrian chef et al, mad on seafood and an allround top guy.

We discuss jon and what he is upto now, the top 100 restaurants list, college ( culinary school), Jons 3 must haves in the kitchen and the story that is always told.

For details on Cumbria vacancies

https://ospreyinns.co.uk/


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cheflifepodcast@icloud.com

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Up and running and trying to establish what it is I’m doing.
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December 3, 2023 23 secs
I really want to start sharing my journey along with colleagues and friends
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