The Raw Truth

100% hand-picked Hass avocado

Saves time and labour

Gluten, dairy and preservative free

18 months’ frozen shelf life

Consistent year-round pricing

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What is the most important piece of kitchen equipment and why?

Combi ovens, definitely. We have Rational ovens, and they are just superb machines, which helps when you churn out the covers we do.

What’s your secret to success?

Work hard, be honest and listen to the customer’s wants and needs. None of us likes criticism but use it to make your products better.

What are your thoughts on the industry at the moment?

That’s a difficult one as this industry has been going through a tough period. I’m hoping the skill shortage improves and that we get more people who want to be chefs coming through.

Do you have any advice for up-and-coming chefs?

Simple: work hard, as you will only get out of life what you put in. This, I believe, is the best industry and it allows you to work anywhere in the world with some very interesting people, so make the most of it.

What type of food trends are you seeing?

Meat-free alternatives and a lot of vegetable-based dishes.

Do you have any advice for your peer group regarding the next 6-12 months?

We have gone through a pretty big recruitment process in the last 12 months, as I’m sure a lot of other hospitality places have, so I would like to see these people settle down in their jobs. Let’s see what we can achieve in the next 12 months; I’m sure we are in for an exciting time.

If you use social media for work inspiration, what things do you like to read or do you search for, and do you have any examples of how it’s helped you?

Instagram is something I like to look at to see what’s trendy with food and follow other chefs and restaurants. It’s good to see what other people are doing not just in Australia but all over the world.