S2 Episode 004 - PHIL BARANTINI - From 'Service Please' to Lights, Camera's, Action!

We Recover Loudly - Serving Essential Hospitality Conversations

On this week’s episode of We Recover Loudly, we were beyond delighted to be joined by former chef and actor, now writer, producer AND film director, Phil Barantini. Phil is one of the creative minds behind the incredible films, and now BBC tv series, Boiling Point. Having previously worked as a chef, and personally experienced the stress, poor mental health and addiction that is all to common in the industry, he decided he wanted to create a short film that explores the unique challenges we face in hospitality. That film, staring Stephen Graham was then followed by the incredible single shot feature film and most recently the applauded 4-part BBC series.

What The Bear lacks in authenticity, Boiling Point has in abundance as it shows real scenarios, real people and the real pressures of our industry, as well as, showing the beauty of connection in the team, and the fun and triumph of a great shift, the joy and the laughter.

For this episode we discussed

• Phil’s early experience as a chef and how that shaped the focus of Boiling Point
• Phil’s own journey into sobriety after challenging times during his cheffing career
• Why the industry is such a fantastic one for young people to get essential hands on experiences that will serve them for life
• The responsibility he feels to show the realities of his experiences in a balanced and non - sensationalised way.

We are HUGE fans of the film and the tv show – And this chat with Phil was a highlight of the series to record. Boiling Point is available to watch on multiple streaming platforms, and BBC I Player.

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This episode is sponsored by

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