Episode 14: Riley Redfern: The Un-Sustainability of the Hospitality Industry Pt.1

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive subjects such as self harm and is not safe for work. This week Chefs Chris & Juice are joined by Chef Gerard Kenny to interview Riley Redfern, ex-3-Michelin starred pastry chef turned software engineer. We chronical her journey from a teenager with a copy of Anthony Bourdain’s Kitchen Confidential to becoming one of the top pastry chefs in the country. We discuss her battle with depression and alcohol, how the hospitality industry contributed to the problem, and how the pandemic exposed the foibles of the hospitality industry. Sustainability doesn't always mean your buying solar panels, composting, or cooking on induction. Sustainability also means taking care of yourself and your mental health. Riley exemplifies this and is an incredible person, her story should serve as a cautionary tale and an inspiration to us all.If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self harm and substance abuse please reach out for help. There are people who truly care and want to help.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-8255SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)1-800-662-4357Insider Essay: I Lost My Job As a Pastry Chef — Why I Don't Want It Back (insider.com)Get in touch with Riley:Twitter- https://twitter.com/RileyRedfern3IG- WherethRedfernGoesLinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/rkredfern/ Netzero Conference registration is now open!Use my code NZCCFR15 when signing up to get 15% off you registrationHere’s a direct link to the registration site: https://lnkd.in/g5QqJHgHJoin the conversation:Subscribe to Sustainable Overload Podcast on YouTube, Twitter, & TikTok by searching S_O_Podcast. Instagram: Sustainable PodPlease consider Subscribing, sharing, and leaving us your feedback on Apple podcasts and everywhere you get your podcast. Chef Chris Socials:Instagram: @ForwardDiningSolutionsLLCTwitter: @DiningForwardLinkedIn: Chef Christopher Galarza | LinkedInwww.ForwardDiningSolutions.comChef Juice Socials: @XanderWaynerxrx on all social platformswww.Rxmusic.usSustainable Overload is a product of Forward Dining Solutions LLC. and brought to you by RX Music “healing the world with sound”. This podcast is made possible because of listeners like you. Your listens, feedback, and patronage is this podcasts exists.