Ep 91: Giving Women a Seat at the (Chef’s) Table with Tina McCard

Sometimes the smallest spark can light the way to something much bigger. When chef Tina McCard posed for a professional headshot, she didn’t just see herself; she saw a whole community of women who deserved to be seen too. That moment became the beginning of Our Table Chefs, a growing movement empowering women in food and hospitality to step into their craft with confidence and pride.

In this conversation, Tina shares her journey from restaurant kitchens to luxury yachts, the lessons she’s learned in male-dominated spaces, and the joy of building something deeply collaborative. We talk about cooking with heart, finding your own flavor, and creating space at the table for every woman to be fully herself.

Topics Covered:

• How visibility became a catalyst for community.
• Tina’s evolution from waitress to yacht chef and founder.
• The calm, clarity, and creativity women bring to kitchens.
• Letting go of outdated models of leadership.
• Cooking as a form of storytelling and self-nourishment.
• Why every dish (and every movement) begins in layers.
• The ripple effect of seeing and celebrating one another.
• Tina’s dream for bringing Our Table Chefs to more cities.

Here are some actions you can take, whether you have 5 minutes or 50:

• Whether you have five minutes to spare or 50, I want you to think of a woman in your life who could use a boost of confidence right now. Maybe it’s a friend chasing a new dream, a colleague stepping into leadership, or even a family member who just needs to be reminded how much she matters. Find a small, simple way to build her up. Send a thoughtful text, share a memory of when she inspired you, or even just tell her what you admire most about her. Those little acts of encouragement ripple farther than we realize.

Connect with Tina!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechefaquatic/

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