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  • @FallowLondon
    @FallowLondon  Рік тому +1040

    Reply below and let us know what other types of POV videos you would like to see from our restaurant!
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  • @MrMrutube1987
    @MrMrutube1987 Рік тому +11017

    To see a kitchen with 0 anger and 0 shouting and 100% teamwork really makes me wish I was in a different kitchen. You've got this kitchen down to perfection really great job 👏

    • @Felipe-mg1pw
      @Felipe-mg1pw Рік тому +367

      Not every kitchen is a Gordon Ramsay episode xD

    • @lmaoxd1806
      @lmaoxd1806 Рік тому +828

      @@Felipe-mg1pw men you have no idea, actually 90% pf the kitchen is worse than a ramsey show hahah, more like an up and down , but screaming cursing oh yea that s accurate

    • @Gr13fM4ch1n3
      @Gr13fM4ch1n3 Рік тому +238

      @@Felipe-mg1pw working in a kitchen was the only job I've ever left out of anger.

    • @Rh_Penguin
      @Rh_Penguin Рік тому +80

      @@Gr13fM4ch1n3I don’t blame ya, you either get along and have a good time or it’s a hellhole

    • @antemorph66
      @antemorph66 Рік тому +73

      The kitchen I work in has its moments but generally, I've heard one person yell since I've been there, and they were fired the same day. Everyone works together, helps where needed etc.

  • @floydframpton
    @floydframpton Рік тому +8437

    You seem to have so much respect for everyone you work with, so calm and just handing out little pieces of constructive feedback. This is what a head chef and leader should be.

    • @tylersheahan7788
      @tylersheahan7788 Рік тому +241

      Yeah. Definitely put a good show on for the camera.

    • @rsmith7
      @rsmith7 Рік тому +112

      Too many chefs mimic Ramsey💀

    • @johnathanp6133
      @johnathanp6133 Рік тому +131

      I'm glad that good, empathetic leadership is starting to get respected in the kitchen. As opposed to the needless verbal abuse that seems to have been romanticized among chefs.

    • @thetragedyofcommons
      @thetragedyofcommons Рік тому +76

      with a camera literally strapped to you you better be, but i guess that doesn’t stop police so never mind

    • @CenturionYT_Official
      @CenturionYT_Official Рік тому +7

      Gordon Ramsay disagrees lol

  • @randysavage5989
    @randysavage5989 10 місяців тому +2850

    I've worked in MANY kitchens in my 15 years experience. 8 minutes in and I can tell you this Chef has a level of professionalism that MANY claim but few possess.
    He speaks to his people with respect and authority.
    He utilizes his own chain of command to institute changes before going to oversee that change.
    I'd love to work in this kitchen.
    Iron sharpens Iron!

    • @grievous8431
      @grievous8431 9 місяців тому +22

      lmao

    • @Robert-fc9xz
      @Robert-fc9xz 9 місяців тому

      lol@@grievous8431

    • @gabejackson9726
      @gabejackson9726 9 місяців тому +6

      Hi, I have the same aspirations as this guy, when I’m older I want to own a restaurant or maybe many. I love food and want to make money from it . I’m 15 and in the UK do you think I should go to culinary school or straight to working at a restaurant? Thank you

    • @korkunge
      @korkunge 8 місяців тому

      @@gabejackson9726 Hi, I am Swedish, dont work as a chef, but have worked in some restaurants, Go to school, You will learn the bassicks and the bassicks is what will give you the edge* when you will be working, You know how to do stuff without having to think plan or ask for "help" I dont know how it is in the UK but in Sweden we have in school grade 1-9 is bassicks that all go and do, then after that we have high school and here is where you go to culinary school and after that you are a "chef" and we have dedicated schools just for culinary students. IF it is the same in UK go that rout. You also have culinary school abroad in France, Belgium, Schweiz, Germany that you can go to after high school and even more learn and sharpen your skills and knowledge in the culinary arts! I whis you all the best kid!
      And remember i an no chef i just respond and say what i think, Go to Fallow and talk to the chefs there and see what they say! Or send then an Email!

    • @yyyooly
      @yyyooly 8 місяців тому +11

      @@gabejackson9726 restaurant experience is more necessary starting out

  • @Cold_1995
    @Cold_1995 9 місяців тому +563

    It’s refreshing to see a head chef giving his chefs advice on how to be more efficient during service, no shouting, no hard critiques or anything, love to see it!

  • @joshuagayouauthor8401
    @joshuagayouauthor8401 Рік тому +3717

    As the head chef, I imagine it must feel incredibly fulfilling to have your kitchen running like this. Outstanding crew.

    • @erictim9052
      @erictim9052 Рік тому +19

      what a depressing sentiment

    • @justbesick8475
      @justbesick8475 Рік тому +15

      The leader keeps the calm tempo tho so this is just a perfect crew!

    • @insertnamehere5106
      @insertnamehere5106 Рік тому +94

      ​@@erictim9052 how so

    • @KayJayFusion
      @KayJayFusion Рік тому +21

      ​@@erictim9052 Hm?

    • @Woolfy95
      @Woolfy95 Рік тому +26

      I played overcooked seems similar to this.

  • @JonSudano
    @JonSudano Рік тому +8485

    This takes me back to my late teens/early 20s! Some of the best years and the hardest work I've ever done!

    • @carmonaangel84
      @carmonaangel84 Рік тому +137

      I've had some big names back me up in job interviews and I get it every time. And when they see my work×speed, I'm almost pro.

    • @SiBOneTheRocks
      @SiBOneTheRocks Рік тому +47

      The real Jon Sudano! :o

    • @mysticfellow9843
      @mysticfellow9843 Рік тому +164

      Best years? Working in the restaurant took years off my life lol. Stressful as hell. Still, I admire people who do it.

    • @FallowLondon
      @FallowLondon  Рік тому +297

      Thanks for the comment Jon, we're big fans!

    • @x1expert1x
      @x1expert1x Рік тому

      I would rather blow my brains out than do this for 8 hours a day. Jesus christ how do you people do this.

  • @cory10223
    @cory10223 Рік тому +1062

    Now this is how you run a kitchen! No childish yelling, just constant and clear communication throughout. Love this! Also interesting to see the different food practices in the UK vs here in the states

    • @Wincey97
      @Wincey97 10 місяців тому +22

      In Canada, we'd get in so much trouble eating the final product in front of customers haha

    • @dinonugget4830
      @dinonugget4830 10 місяців тому +51

      @@Wincey97 you can't taste test the food? I work at a steakhouse that grills everything and we obv can't cut a piece off the meat to taste it but like an insignificant piece green or a spoonful of sauce can't be tested?

    • @nathanieltremblay1495
      @nathanieltremblay1495 10 місяців тому +10

      ​​@@Wincey97ruth! I was very surprised when the chef just ate in front of everyone 🤣 that's a no no in Canada land

    • @jewman26
      @jewman26 9 місяців тому +30

      @@nathanieltremblay1495 It depends on where you work or more who you work for. Obviously as long as you aren't putting the spoon back in the sauce, you should taste it often IMO. I've worked for a restaurant chain before that didn't want any of the chefs eating any of the food, I used to just say I'm 'quality controlling' it. Now I'm in a very small restaurant kitchen wise, we only have 3 chefs and our owner is completely fine with us quality controlling food. Any time in the past I've trained apprentice chefs I've always told them a million times that they should make it a habit of taste testing their food

    • @lolblehXD
      @lolblehXD 9 місяців тому +13

      Yelling in an open kitchen would not be ideal.

  • @jeroend5797
    @jeroend5797 9 місяців тому +261

    Once again this is showing me that working as a head chef is more like being the conductor of an orchestra or working in logistics than it is to „just“ be a chef. The amount of concentration that is needed to accurately have every process run at the right time, in the right order and with the right parts of the mechanism moving is outstanding. And the team seems to give opportunities to learn, which I am sure especially the younger members of the team will be able to cherish. Hats off to such a seemingly smooth service!

    • @peterheinzo515
      @peterheinzo515 5 місяців тому +5

      experiencing the flow on a busy night gotta be the best feeling

    • @PrinceCharmingNY
      @PrinceCharmingNY 3 місяці тому

      @@peterheinzo515 the only thing I TRULY MISSED WORKING fine dining. 😢

  • @davidstufflebean3285
    @davidstufflebean3285 Рік тому +1709

    The first sign of a great chef... he recognizes the dishwashers, the backbone of the kitchen!

    • @Count_Jacula
      @Count_Jacula Рік тому +173

      The Kp is quite literally so so so important an people look down on them because what they do. its sad really anyone in the industry knows without them you are fucked.

    • @eclap78
      @eclap78 Рік тому +59

      They're worth their weight in gold mate, as you probably know.

    • @MoreEvilThanYahweh
      @MoreEvilThanYahweh Рік тому +68

      I've personally experienced what it does to the workflow if the cooks have to start doing the cleaning themselves for whatever reason, never again...
      Really grinds your gears when wait staff get uppity about tips in comparison.

    • @fuspz
      @fuspz Рік тому +67

      UNDERWATER CERAMICS TECHNICIAN

    • @fuspz
      @fuspz Рік тому +3

      or dish pig

  • @devinstef
    @devinstef Рік тому +2061

    The money they must have spent on pots and pans to keep up with those rushes is just insane. He burned through my entire pan set in the first 30 seconds and each one was covered in that food that doesn’t rinse off easily. Shout out to the dish washers in that establishment. props to the chef and cook staff as well, they did amazing and deserve their props.

    • @johnnyrocket1685
      @johnnyrocket1685 Рік тому +248

      A place like this likely has really good dish washing machines that blast the shit out of the dishes with high powered hot water with food safe degreasers, so even though those pots and pans and plates can get dirty, they can probably get cleaned very easily

    • @yaboirice5872
      @yaboirice5872 Рік тому +88

      @@johnnyrocket1685 true for the most part, im not gonna speak for every restaurant ever but i know the one i worked at briefly did have really good machines but there was always that one dish we hated because it would be really hard to clean. 😂

    • @potapotapotapotapotapota
      @potapotapotapotapotapota 11 місяців тому +8

      @@johnnyrocket1685 and even if they can't get it off they have an soaker tank

    • @samuelpersico
      @samuelpersico 11 місяців тому +38

      As a pro dishwasher I can assure yall that there is no safe degreaser, but this is a pro kitchen and those dishes must be washed. I might think this is a 150p establishment, gotta love the cuisine work

    • @michielw.8101
      @michielw.8101 11 місяців тому +6

      @@yaboirice5872 haha yes indeed always fun when you gotta spent 10 minutes to clean one pan

  • @user-qi4py6nl1o
    @user-qi4py6nl1o 3 місяці тому +22

    I used to bus and dishwash for our city's fancy restaurant. Let me tell you... Nothing is more special than being a disher, and a "gopher" for whatever someone needed, than being one that the chef offers a hand to. Owner was less strict than our chef, but during peaks of the day, he'd stop preparing and come chat with you while plates sat. He'll give you words of encouragement, if there's plates backed up, he'll drop the apron and roll his sleeves up. All cooking is stopped until dishes are caught up.
    Seeing this vantage point offers me a glimpse into what he did between helping everyone. Absolutely amazing. Thanks for this!
    Sincerely - the washers!

    • @TheyCallMeNis
      @TheyCallMeNis 2 місяці тому +1

      Bro watching this made me think of the dishwashers.. damn you guys are busy

  • @mcprofacy
    @mcprofacy 11 місяців тому +140

    The coordination, efficiency of movement, constant and complete awareness, attention to detail...this is just phenomenal. I really do enjoy watching chefs in action.

    • @dasdrifter12
      @dasdrifter12 9 місяців тому

      ​@@him050just say you're retarded next time

  • @korylp6219
    @korylp6219 Рік тому +1999

    If this was an 8 hour live stream I would watch it non stop. Something so fascinating about watching a well oil machined run so smoothly.
    It also makes me appreciate my food a lot more knowing it’s had the tick of approval and taste of approval 😂

    • @ayembic7933
      @ayembic7933 Рік тому +27

      would LOVE if this were a massive livestream of an entire shift

    • @1Thirty1
      @1Thirty1 Рік тому +6

      I would too!!!!!

  • @displacedhippie3296
    @displacedhippie3296 Рік тому +2084

    The plating. The control. The constant tasting to the point you don't need to eat an actual meal ever. The maintenance and cleaning of your line's stations. Brilliant. Love this content, please keep it coming Chef!

    • @ignoblesurfer6281
      @ignoblesurfer6281 Рік тому +84

      The clatter of dishes going into their correct bins is the hallmark of a well-run kitchen and you can hear it perfectly here

    • @lukedalli1764
      @lukedalli1764 Рік тому

      lol you're delusional if u think tasting all day means ure not hungry like a normal human, source - me 14 years chef

    • @N0VaDa
      @N0VaDa Рік тому +10

      Oh is that actually a thing? That Chefs don't really have to eat because they taste enough?

    • @dariocastro9079
      @dariocastro9079 Рік тому +21

      @@N0VaDa yeah if you taste 600 dishes per night.... why will you eat =P

    • @jewman26
      @jewman26 9 місяців тому +3

      @@N0VaDa That's obviously not true. I only tend to eat one decent sized meal a day though. I find if I eat a big meal mid shift it slows me right down and makes me feel tired for an hour or so. I eat lots of fruit at work and drink a few coffees

  • @clementleow7609
    @clementleow7609 11 місяців тому +37

    He’s so calm and gentle with his cooks and servers i love it. Even helping them keep their stations cleaned up when they are a little overwhelmed.

  • @Majerly_Annoyed
    @Majerly_Annoyed 10 місяців тому +30

    I'm simply in awe!!! Complete precision and professionalism while still finding time to teach and even fix a sauce that has gone astray. Kudos!

  • @joew717
    @joew717 Рік тому +773

    I love how everything he needs is within reach and how he plows through with a calm demeanor

    • @lawrenceragnarok1186
      @lawrenceragnarok1186 Рік тому +24

      This is the way

    • @alanandmichellerichardson1238
      @alanandmichellerichardson1238 Рік тому +12

      That is such a clunky set up. Way too much wasted movement. You shoukd see a smooth set up

    • @axel6444
      @axel6444 Рік тому +57

      @@alanandmichellerichardson1238 link one

    • @maskedgamer5132
      @maskedgamer5132 Рік тому +43

      Everything’s in reach because there’s a massive amount of teamwork happening, these types of videos are cool to watch. His kitchen team is amazing

    • @feitopuns
      @feitopuns Рік тому +6

      it's what we called mis en place

  • @turt7536
    @turt7536 8 місяців тому +6

    This chef knows everything going on at once and coaches everyone so nicely!! Much respect

  • @iNefarious
    @iNefarious Рік тому +1726

    Honestly if I had a head chef like you I would have respected you so much. I was a sous chef at a 5 star restaurant and all we did was get yelled at and we were a "family". I love your composure and your constructive criticism.

    • @littlemissmello
      @littlemissmello Рік тому +33

      5 stars of what?

    • @AT32143
      @AT32143 Рік тому +30

      @@littlemissmello 5 star review restaurant

    • @blaize-jh2cj
      @blaize-jh2cj Рік тому +17

      What 5 stars?

    • @elbarto8282
      @elbarto8282 Рік тому +35

      @@littlemissmello I'm not sure about what the OP ment but sometimes I say I've worked in a 5 stars restaurant while in reality I'm trying to say I've worked in a 5 stars hotel's restaurant.

    • @Claysimen
      @Claysimen Рік тому +5

      Ya 5 Stars sure...🤙

  • @howdw18
    @howdw18 Рік тому +553

    This man knows what he's doing.
    Rule of thumb is always leave a piece for yourself to try.

    • @blakeXYZ
      @blakeXYZ Рік тому +18

      For the layman audience, I wish we could have something akin to Primitive Technologies, in which he uses Closed Captioning to explain what is going on and inform the audience. Would be an amazing addition to this content!

  • @ekg5515
    @ekg5515 6 місяців тому +1

    I can't believe I just found this channel. Im a good Chef, but one that doesn't have the natural, built in instinct. I just learned from all the great Chefs and cooks I've been blessed to work alongside who DO have that natural talent. These guys are a new source of knowledge and inspiration and I seemingly can't ever get enough of those things.

  • @wilsonpearl5903
    @wilsonpearl5903 Рік тому +2013

    I NEED MOREE!! It's so hard to find good footage of people working in a Kitchen. Love watching this style of video, and it always gets me hyped up for my next busy Saturday on the line.

    • @FallowLondon
      @FallowLondon  Рік тому +109

      More to come!

    • @444ashoka7
      @444ashoka7 Рік тому

      watch POVcook!!!! this account and that other account r my faves

    • @harborwolf22
      @harborwolf22 Рік тому +2

      If you don't mind, how much money do you make on a busy Saturday as a line cook?

    • @geralopz3320
      @geralopz3320 Рік тому

      it reminded me of those memes where lot of equations apears like thinking them fast XD

    • @Mang0jo
      @Mang0jo Рік тому +15

      @@harborwolf22normally your pay rate is the same regardless of day as a line cook, and location and venue impacts your pay quite a bit. When I started off as a line cook at a local American restaurant, casual dining, like a cheddar’s, I made around $13 starting off, at another place, at an upscale fine dining Italian restaurant, I made $15, and now as a sous chef at the same place, I make $20

  • @SaiVihtooMyint
    @SaiVihtooMyint Рік тому +212

    Chef is working that pass like a boss! Love the craftsmanship behind each dish

  • @eloisecheyne328
    @eloisecheyne328 3 місяці тому +4

    shout out to all the dishwashers out there, the unseen backbone of the kitchen

  • @killermogle
    @killermogle Рік тому +831

    A well-run kitchen is like an orchestra. Even just the sheer visual representation of this orchestra at work, the chemistry among each member, and the excellence of each magnificent component of every dish speaks volumes to the potential that someone dedicated to the craft can posses.

    • @majorwhoreson9500
      @majorwhoreson9500 Рік тому +13

      Bro thinks he's Ralph Fiennes in The Menu.

    • @Emarq31
      @Emarq31 Рік тому +3

      Looks pretentious. Food sitting there for hella long too, diddle dalling around. Just put the food on the plate and goooo. Also it's London, so a top restaurant in London isn't much 😂😂😂. Go to Tokyo if you want real good food at a "Top" restaurant

    • @cozybookroom7113
      @cozybookroom7113 Рік тому

      Sure food can definitely be art. But it’s really not that deep. Most the time.

    • @bg4-2-0
      @bg4-2-0 Рік тому

      what orchestra? looks like my high school lunch room, what a shame.. not to mention food sitting out for 10 minutes just so they can make it look "nice" with twigs and parsley

    • @P..
      @P.. Рік тому +2

      @@Emarq31yea you should go to Tokyo to find a top London restaurant 🤡

  • @tabascosalad
    @tabascosalad Рік тому +796

    I used to work as a cook in a top kitchen in Indiana, and it was never this calm. It’s good to see a tight nit team work together without any anxiety, anger, or despair. You seem to be blessed with a good team, and seem to be a good leader aswell - helping others out when need be. Awesome to see.

    • @curetonbenares9236
      @curetonbenares9236 Рік тому +1

      How much did you make an hour

    • @wrolnick3
      @wrolnick3 Рік тому +2

      Where at? Fellow Hoosier here

    • @Mlf728
      @Mlf728 Рік тому +3

      Fellow Hoosier here too guys

    • @DanielMustang47
      @DanielMustang47 Рік тому +1

      St Elmos? Ruths Chris? Oceanaire? I'm out of ideas

    • @daa5249
      @daa5249 Рік тому +12

      @@DanielMustang47 Cracker Barrel.

  • @HostileAtHeart
    @HostileAtHeart 8 місяців тому +2

    This kind of authority is earned, not demanded. You can tell this chef loves his job and team with every fiber of his being!

  • @olliec5372
    @olliec5372 4 місяці тому +13

    The one thing I love about this is the politeness. At the restaurant I worked at, the one thing that annoyed me more than anything is the how rare it was to hear a thanks or thank you, and everyone was unbearably rude. Everything about this place is amazing

  • @graveyardBILL
    @graveyardBILL Рік тому +361

    As somebody who has worked in a few kitchens, I wish I had worked in one this large. Brilliant spacing and layout.

    • @carmonaangel84
      @carmonaangel84 Рік тому +16

      This is like a chef's dream kitchen

    • @bongjai
      @bongjai Рік тому +16

      layout makes it or breaks it really. the most important aspect of a well run kitchen.

    • @Lux_Ferox
      @Lux_Ferox Рік тому +1

      Yeah this is a really well laid out kitchen.

    • @SKAOG21
      @SKAOG21 Рік тому

      What makes a good layout for a kitchen?

  • @user-sc2gj3op9b
    @user-sc2gj3op9b Рік тому +133

    When the chef is helping you clean your station is just pure respect 👌👌

    • @Gillozz
      @Gillozz Рік тому +15

      Jup then you know that you doing your job not correct

    • @user-sc2gj3op9b
      @user-sc2gj3op9b Рік тому +10

      @@Gillozz yeah but respect to the chef 😃

    • @ojtiv
      @ojtiv Рік тому +4

      @@Gillozz true but you need that experience to learn how to do it correctly

    • @UniversalExports
      @UniversalExports Рік тому +2

      Absolutely. Bring back memories of a very well respected chef say to me “if you work in the sh+t……you get in the sh5t” 😂😂. So true.

    • @abuchaa
      @abuchaa Рік тому

      I noticed that. It really does show respect for his team.

  • @CDeeez94
    @CDeeez94 11 місяців тому

    Love to see the teamwork and communication in restaurants like this.

  • @Fordesman
    @Fordesman Рік тому +13

    As someone who's never worked in a professional kitchen before this was enlightening and immersive. Thanks for sharing!

  • @sample.text.
    @sample.text. Рік тому +104

    This is crazy good footage... People don't often realize what it takes to even work in a kitchen, let alone be a head chef.
    This man knows what he's doing to a tee.

  • @72BlackRayne28
    @72BlackRayne28 Рік тому +297

    I applaud your willingness to be so open and accountable with your customers showing what goes on behind the scenes in your restaurant and the preparation of their food. Most people have No Clue as to how many hours of prep you do before you even start service. As long as you keep striving to be the best and don't take any shortcuts with the quality of food and service your customers will keep coming back for more. Thank you for your service. I Really mean it. from Vernon BC Canada. Cheers Mate.

    • @Fleato
      @Fleato 8 місяців тому +3

      wonder how many karens tell staff to wear gloves or some shit.

  • @TheMilchBroetchen
    @TheMilchBroetchen 9 місяців тому +10

    Seeing this reminds me when I was a dishwasher in a top restaurant here in berlin. Hard work always a lot to do but I loved the athmosphere in the kitchen and how synchronized everything was.

  • @Luke-wm5zk
    @Luke-wm5zk 9 місяців тому

    I’m a server and nothing I love more then watching the chefs prep a meal when I can, so fascinating to see how they make it and how they work together

  • @DuaneLokitis
    @DuaneLokitis Рік тому +57

    More of this, please. I love to see this. Seeing this type of video makes you understand and appreciate the kitchen staff to a much higher degree. You make it look easy... like a dance with food. I love watching these and have now watched both of them twice today! lol

  • @everythingl0ud
    @everythingl0ud Рік тому +202

    Much respect for this video. As a chef myself it's refreshing to see another chef not have to raise his voice at his team

    • @lancefisher8358
      @lancefisher8358 Рік тому +6

      Better to lead with respect than with an iron fist

  • @_helmi
    @_helmi 10 місяців тому +1

    Chef, thank you for giving us a glimpse into your daily work running a kitchen 🙏🏻

  • @cocoa_laingz
    @cocoa_laingz 8 місяців тому +1

    Good, calm head chef! Got everything to hand, never shouts. Gives instruction calmly and then gives rational. I’d love to work for this guy!!

  • @jayw3688
    @jayw3688 Рік тому +127

    I have some serious respect for Every single person in restaurant kitchens. There is so much going on and you guys are just flying through lunch service like it's any other day. It looks so complicated but all of you are on point it is very impressive.

  • @maximilianhofmeister
    @maximilianhofmeister Рік тому +10

    The workflow of this kitchen is incredible. It seems so clean. Everything just works. Perfect teamwork

  • @the-masters-lair7859
    @the-masters-lair7859 11 місяців тому +1

    After watching how well he and the team manage London's lunch hour; I wouldn't mind stopping to give the place a try.❤

  • @joseangelmonterroza9364
    @joseangelmonterroza9364 8 місяців тому +9

    My dads a chef and watching you is like looking trough his eyes. Ive seen him cook and ita this same mental state, you gotta keep moving to keep the flow, moving things, touching things, cleaning things, even dancing in the same place, all keep the blood flowing and your mind focused. Great job chef

  • @Fawaffles
    @Fawaffles Рік тому +73

    You really got to appreciate what efforts are put into getting that dish to us. When we go out, we never really see or get a chance to see all the work and coordination needed to send food to the table. Keep up the good work to all the chefs and staffs out there ✊

  • @luckys1227
    @luckys1227 Рік тому +82

    Respect to this man for his professionalism, leadership and the ability to own that kitchen. If someone can make a tough job look easy, that is a mark of quality and ability. Thank you for sharing this footage.

  • @mistive4004
    @mistive4004 Рік тому

    The way he runs the kitchen and takes care of his crew constantly helping them and giving them tips whilst doing his own stuff

  • @wwechampion
    @wwechampion 9 місяців тому +1

    Why isn't POV's of chefs more popular on UA-cam?? This is so fascinating to watch

  • @nareshghale1430
    @nareshghale1430 Рік тому +4

    Thank you chef for taking me back to my hospitality years. You are so very organised and living in the moment in every plate. We love it.

  • @djflash9533
    @djflash9533 Рік тому +206

    As a bartender I have an immense amount of respect for this. Notice how every single task that requires mechanical skill is second nature which allows chef to focus on his end product. This is beautiful

    • @marcusjensen3409
      @marcusjensen3409 Рік тому +4

      Mechanical skill? Oh please, a lot of basic skills

    • @halalola432
      @halalola432 Рік тому +4

      @@marcusjensen3409 Yes but you have to multitask

    • @JapethSierra
      @JapethSierra Рік тому +16

      ​@@marcusjensen3409 mechanical skill literally just means any precise muscle movement, regardless of difficulty. OP is also a bartender which could mean what's basic for us cooks/chefs is different from what they consider so.

    • @mikebasketball11
      @mikebasketball11 Рік тому +4

      @@marcusjensen3409 what kind of mechanical skills can you perform under high pressure or with precision, then?

    • @hunterxero8126
      @hunterxero8126 10 місяців тому +3

      @@marcusjensen3409 Lets see you do it buddy

  • @emresarac2100
    @emresarac2100 7 місяців тому +1

    The calmest kitchen I've ever seen

  • @vanwinkle9217
    @vanwinkle9217 Рік тому +297

    as a member of a foh team, this type of footage and perspective is so important to me. while im maneuvering a dining room that does 250-300 heads a night, im very fortunate to have a kitchen that consistently puts out quality food every day. its always nice to be reminded of how hard cooks and chefs work and why i can feel proud and confident to sell their dishes.
    cheers to you my friend! superb work and quality content
    EDIT: i work in an Italian restaurant in a very historic New Orleans hotel. The cuisine and dynamic is different but i applaud the quality and execution your team brings to the pass. keep it up chef

    • @yugen
      @yugen Рік тому

      nice name, i've also worked in an Italian restaurant!

  • @organicmechanic5150
    @organicmechanic5150 Рік тому +20

    A goog chef will always help other chefs on different sections if they are struggling. The fact that this head chef even helps clean sections demonstrates that his head is not up his arse. After 20 years as a chef myself in Australia, he is a great example of team leader. Great to see the respect given to boh staff as well.

  • @akgunduz1
    @akgunduz1 8 місяців тому

    I love how organized they are.

  • @kerrirobinson2171
    @kerrirobinson2171 11 місяців тому +1

    Watching this with my husband who is a chef by trade and see him smile is amazing. Had to give it up due to an accident but he wants to get back to it so much.

  • @Bragglord
    @Bragglord Рік тому +4

    Marvellous work, chef...I worked at several kitchens across 7 years and it was rare we had this level of coordination and teamwork.

  • @TheBlenderBender
    @TheBlenderBender Рік тому +28

    I used to work at Aubaine in HSK as a waiter and seeing this I wish we had this much coordination and professionalism. What we did have is an incredible team of dishwasers. They would clean and polish pounds and pounds of cutlery and dishes in a split second and we NEVER ran out of anything because of them. What a video! Loved it.

  • @mwii__
    @mwii__ Рік тому

    Just the atmosphere that this video shows is beautiful.

  • @Cirias
    @Cirias Рік тому +6

    I absolutely love the attention to detail and the tiny refinements you make at the pass. Great coaching of your crew as well. Very satisfying to watch!

    • @blokin5039
      @blokin5039 8 місяців тому

      Terrible, just terrible.

  • @fabulouswhale1215
    @fabulouswhale1215 Рік тому +4

    I'm halfway through and I'm really enjoying this. Seems like you have fantastic communication with the other people in the kitchen and are supportive

  • @riffraff9070
    @riffraff9070 Рік тому +8

    Love this. I know nothing about the restaurant business let alone about being a head chef for that matter and to see a chef with a head cam on showing all the work being done. I could watch for days

  • @AReluctantVictim
    @AReluctantVictim 10 місяців тому +1

    This chef is super chill and it doesn’t even sound Iike he’s been drinking.

  • @bondalicious
    @bondalicious Рік тому +6

    This is fantastic, (and actually realistic so no TV show) to watch for people who have no idea what's going on in a professional kitchen. No screaming etc etc. The way it's done! Love it!

  • @Ali-dd9zk
    @Ali-dd9zk Рік тому +142

    I was watching in awe, The way you treat your staff and explain things without demonising any of them, The way you run the kitchen is almost like a orchestra, everything runs smoothly and everybody has respect for eachother. We run 2 restaurants in North wales and I will be asking my kitchen team to watch this video with me to try and understand this concept of teamwork. Amazing work Chef!

  • @andrewadventures1
    @andrewadventures1 10 місяців тому +1

    I would've watched the entire shift. Really cool, and perfect angle for the whole thing. Thank you!

  • @markmckenzie5343
    @markmckenzie5343 4 місяці тому +8

    Love seeing you eating all the food. Laughed pretty hard the first time.

  • @iAWP-
    @iAWP- Рік тому +7

    Honestly never thought I'd watch a half-hour video of someone in a restaurant kitchen, but there I go! What a guy, and what a restaurant. No surprise that it's so busy!

  • @AustralianBrony
    @AustralianBrony Рік тому +30

    I've recently been promoted to the role of junior sous chef and you are exactly the type of head chef that I aspire to be!
    Calm, collected, respectful and respected! I love this kind of content where people can see what it is we actually do and what we love doing!

  • @lightningkachowski5948
    @lightningkachowski5948 Рік тому

    idk anything abt cooking but the level of coordination and teamwork is insane. fantastic stuff.

  • @fernandogonzalezvargas501
    @fernandogonzalezvargas501 Рік тому +1

    I love watching these while fasting, good way to learn self control.

  • @mariammekhaeil8233
    @mariammekhaeil8233 Рік тому +3

    I'm not a cook or someone who understands anything about food but I watched the whole video. It's so relaxing and satisfying seeing a kitchen working with so much organization. Chapeau 👏

  • @gubbyfish3136
    @gubbyfish3136 Рік тому +344

    I am 19 and have spent a little over a year working in a school kitchen. Whilst working there and practicing at home I have found a real passion for cooking and food. I have been offered a job at the Hampton by Hilton hotel near where I live after a successful interview and trial shift. I can’t wait to get started and your videos have given my an insight to how a competitive and busy high end kitchen operates before I start working in one myself, so for that I have to say thank you. I can’t wait to get started and I really hope and can learn everything I possibly can to become a very good chef.

    • @johnnyrocket1685
      @johnnyrocket1685 Рік тому +45

      I will say, if you can handle working at a Hilton hotel, it will definitely help teach you the ins and outs of working in a fast paced kitchen. It might be a bit rough at first but if cooking is a real passion for you, then you’ll learn quick and it’ll get easier.
      Hotels are definitely great places to learn how to be a good chef, but they can also come with long hours and often large amounts of food being made, depending on the size of the hotel, especially for breakfast, lunch and dinner times.
      .
      Keep your head up, learn what you can, and I definitely can guarantee that the knowledge you can learn there will help you move up to a higher paying chef job, but not without hard work and discipline.

    • @JapethSierra
      @JapethSierra Рік тому +23

      Man I'm jealous, I'm 18 and I've been cooking all my life but only professionally for 2 years in a small pub, I've successfully staged at Royal York fairmont hotel, Toronto and currently have a job interview upcoming at Victor in hotel Le germain. I have this feeling of envy everytime I hear someone is working in a place I've never worked at before because I'd imagine all the things I could have learned from each chef or cook that I meet. Good luck on that job man and have fun on the line!

    • @Juhrmee
      @Juhrmee Рік тому +28

      ​@@JapethSierra you should be proud bro. At 18 you know your passion, have great experience, and opportunities already lined up. You'll go far in life. The world notices and rewards people who are passionate about what they do. I'm 22 and love communicating. I've run a business teaching skateboarding lessons for 2 years. A month ago, I met the owner of an engineering company at the skatepark and tried to sell him on a lesson. It ended up landing me a job in technical sales at that company. Point is the owner saw how I love what I do and wanted me on board. The same will happen for you. And remember this: pity anyone who passes you up. They have no idea who they're losing. Remember your worth and you'll go far. Much love from DC

    • @christinawatkinsyoutube
      @christinawatkinsyoutube Рік тому +2

      Good luck!! I have so much respect for people who do this job. I read Gordon Ramsay book which was an amazing insight into how much work it is to be a chef. hats off.

    • @itsgckobe
      @itsgckobe 11 місяців тому +1

      Wish you the best bro. Keep it going.

  • @gigizard1343
    @gigizard1343 4 місяці тому +2

    I love watching these videos while im doing schoolwork because i feel more inclined to be productive when im watching people be productive lol

  • @KeirBo
    @KeirBo 9 місяців тому

    This is one of the most interesting things ive watched in a while. Amazing content

  • @TheNuggzt3r
    @TheNuggzt3r Рік тому +4

    Jesus Christ this looks so professional. Eyes and hands everywhere but still very calm. Always cleaning up and putting everything where it belongs.
    A real masterclass

  • @CalebNichols99
    @CalebNichols99 Рік тому +10

    I work in Film and TV, and there's a lot of planning that's done ahead of time. But working on the go like this, is on another level. I just found your channel and look forward to seeing more.

  • @PietroDeMoody
    @PietroDeMoody 11 місяців тому

    Suprising how relaxing watching someone working can be

  • @thomasforrest2795
    @thomasforrest2795 8 місяців тому

    massive respect to the chefs and also the kitchen porters

  • @zazaguevara
    @zazaguevara Рік тому +15

    I really liked this video because
    I like people who approach their work with enthusiasm and passion, even if some processes seem routine. The organization and preparation alone to keep the business running is an enormous effort and a masterpiece.
    Keep it up Chef.

  • @durvalsilva1982
    @durvalsilva1982 Рік тому +11

    You're an inspiration. This is what i wanted to be. Now i am 40 years old and the only thing that still drives me is the passion foi cooking. I found out about your channel in a random way. Fantastic mate. Cheers from Portugal

  • @vernonbrant8518
    @vernonbrant8518 7 місяців тому +1

    I listen to this while I study

  • @SumSouuthernSugar
    @SumSouuthernSugar Місяць тому +1

    As a retired air traffic controller, I'd have no reservation recommending this guy for ATC school and training. He has tremendous multi-tasking skills and is calm and in control. If he can also think and work in 3 dimensions he'd be a star!

  • @robertshaw9828
    @robertshaw9828 Рік тому +34

    as a chef at a regular upscale pub, this is incredible to watch. Just to see the equipment and the quality of everything makes me so jealous! Most kitchens you never seem to have enough pots/pans but hes got beautiful ones and all the induction burners, cool stuff!

  • @JonesCrew576
    @JonesCrew576 Рік тому +18

    Felt like I worked out after watching, great footage, you're a great leader sensible yet stern

  • @mrvoid7396
    @mrvoid7396 Рік тому

    This was honestly so nice to watch.

  • @jakeesberger5864
    @jakeesberger5864 Рік тому

    This video brought me a lot of joy. Thank you

  • @docohm50
    @docohm50 Рік тому +8

    I thoroughly loved your video! I love to cook like that for my family at home, one and done. I have much respect for you and other chef's who spend 12-16 hours a day six days a week churning out delicious meals.

  • @amirakbar6985
    @amirakbar6985 Рік тому +14

    When I clicked on this video I did not think I was gonna watch the entire 29 minutes. Great video.

  • @stevearpey9241
    @stevearpey9241 8 місяців тому +1

    Smooth. This guy is crushing it and so are his crew.. pleasant synergy.

  • @yuukihatake2905
    @yuukihatake2905 9 місяців тому

    When I start to learn how to cook, the most difficult thing is having to keep tasting what I am cooking coz it ruins my appetite to eat later on. Seeing this chef tasting many diff food in just 30 mins..mad respect..

  • @anthonyfletch
    @anthonyfletch Рік тому +6

    I genuinely salute you sir, you seem to run an awesome kitchen. Not just in what it produces, but in creating a nice and healthy workplace as well.

  • @MrEvileu
    @MrEvileu Рік тому +33

    Been a cook for 6 years now . Next month im moving to London. I hope i'll get a chance at finding this kind of professional environment to fulfill my dreams. Really inspiring. Thank you, chef!

  • @Error_404_Account_Deleted
    @Error_404_Account_Deleted 11 місяців тому +4

    As an outsider it is blatantly obvious how hard you are working. Hats off to you.

  • @TheIllya
    @TheIllya Місяць тому +1

    So many of us, consumers, are never going to realise how hard you guys are working. The speed and intensity of work is really crazy

  • @JessyNyan
    @JessyNyan Рік тому +44

    I am stressed just watching this but it looks so well organised! Respect for you and every other chef in there as well as the waiters/waitresses. The food looks wonderful

  • @adrianmcgachie
    @adrianmcgachie Рік тому +11

    Actually found this really relaxing! I know everyone is super busy, but nice to see it all being dealt with calmly and professionally, and each member knows what part of the cog of the machine they are, all super-douper!

    • @edsharp2676
      @edsharp2676 Рік тому +1

      The noises made me want to curl up and sleep

  • @monjurulhuqeamin90
    @monjurulhuqeamin90 Рік тому

    Loving these pov videos. Keep them coming guys!

  • @xsLAats
    @xsLAats 6 місяців тому

    Im attending culinary school in France right now, so haven't been in a kitchen environment like this in a couple months, thanks for taking me back.

  • @MarkLee-617
    @MarkLee-617 Рік тому +19

    Been there! Done that! Amazing footage!!! You'd think after going through this myself that watching you I should be traumatised but I find it strangely soothing!!! Amazed at despite the chaos and stress, you make it seem like its running smooth like butter and the respect you have for your staff and cleaners (all vital in any kitchen), i take my hat off to you Chef! I'll be visiting your restaurant the next time I'm in London. You've earned yourself a sub and future customer.