Ki Chung is the executive chef of Bar Maze in Honolulu, Hawaii. In this conversation, we talk about his journey to becoming a chef, including his time at French Laundry, Commis, and Aubergine. He also discusses the importance of creating a positive work culture in the restaurant industry, nervousness, improving team culture, and eating to learn.
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Show Notes:
Ki on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kilols/
Anthony Bourdain book (Kitchen Confidential): https://geni.us/AzvsAJ
Daniel Boulud book (Letters to a Young Chef): https://geni.us/ELJY7
Alinea cookbook: https://geni.us/SRFRQW
Unreasonable Hospitality book - Will Guidara: https://geni.us/unreasonable-hosp
Don't Make it In-House - Justin Khanna: https://repertoire.simplecast.com/episodes/dont-make-it-in-house
Ulterior Epicure: https://ulteriorepicure.com/
Bar Maze in Honolulu: https://barmaze.com/
Commis in Oakland: https://commisrestaurant.com/
Aubergine in Carmel by the Sea: https://auberginerestaurant.com/
Justin's Instagram: @justinkhanna
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