Chef Dan Kennedy Discusses Mental Health, Social Media, and Kitchen Culture | Chef's PSA Podcast Ep. 131

Join Chef Andre Natera in an engaging and thought-provoking conversation with Chef Dan Kennedy , the Head Chef of Pasta Bar in Austin . With over 20 years of experience in Michelin-starred restaurants, Chef Dan shares his journey from a young cook to leading one of Austin's top culinary destinations. In this episode, Chef Dan opens up about the challenges and realities of maintaining mental health in the high-pressure world of professional kitchens, and how important it is to create a supportive kitchen culture . He also discusses the evolving role of sous chefs , the balance of content creation with his demanding culinary career, and the influence of hip hop on his work and creativity. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just curious about the behind-the-scenes world of professional cooking, this episode provides an honest look at the highs and lows of life in the kitchen, and the importance of finding balance in a demanding industry. Watch now to learn more about kitchen teamwork, wellness , and how to navigate the evolving culinary landscape with insight from one of Austin's top chefs. Subscribe to my Substack! ⁠ ⁠https://chefspsa.substack.com/⁠⁠ Visit Chef’s PSA for Books, Free eBooks, and More! ⁠⁠https://chefspsa.com/⁠⁠ Shop Chef’s PSA Merch! ⁠⁠https://shop.chefspsa.com/⁠⁠ 🔗 SOCIAL MEDIA Join our vibrant culinary community across all platforms! TikTok - ⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@chefspsa?lang=en⁠ ⁠ Twitter - ⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/ChefsPSA ⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chefspsa/ ⁠⁠ Facebook- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550525924555⁠⁠