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Restaurants across New Zealand and Australia are all saying the same thing - we need chefs!
Apparently chefs are currently the eighth most in-demand occupation, and a recent report out of AUT might explain why.
The report reveals that chefs at home and abroad often experience significant financial hardship and mental health issues.
It also found that exploitation was a quote, "industry norm", and that burnout and wage theft is also common.
Christchurch-based chef and caterer Jonny Schwass talks to Jesse about the heat in the kitchen and what needs to change.
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