The Burnt Chef Project

A globally recognised non-profit raising awareness, providing training and market-leading support for mental health issues within the hospitality trade. 

We generate funds to do so through sales of branded apparel, corporate training and fundraising. As a registered not-for-profit profits are used to create change by focussing on the wellbeing of individuals, businesses, and teams, in order to improve the sustainability of the industry and challenge stigma. 

Proudly implemented:
🎧 The Burnt Chef Journal Podcast
💬 The Burnt Chef Support Service UK (free 24/7 text based support service. Text BURNTCHEF to 85258)
🎓 The Burnt Chef Academy Training App
🧑‍🏫 Over 45 College Talks (1500 students so far)
🫂 The Burnt Chef Ambassador Programme with 120+ International Volunteer Ambassadors
🗣️ Unlimited Therapy and Mental Fitness App. Available globally in 9 different languages
🖤 Accreditation Scheme (coming soon 2 years in development)

CEO/Founder

CHOW - Culinary Hospitality Outreach & Wellness

I'm pleased to announce I have joined the Board for CHOW to impart any knowledge and experience I have of growing a successful non-profit in order to contribute to CHOW's growth.

As part of my role I'll be aiding CHOW in increasing their reach of peer support facilitators by fundraising and recruiting more volunteers through a partnership with The Burnt Chef Project.

An incredible opportunity for both organisations to help even more hospitality professionals on a global scale.

Board Member

Laser Assault Somerset

A passion turned business venture focussed on getting people into the outdoors and moving in all weather. 

Birthdays, corporate days and competitions using state-of-the-art laser tag equipment with a range of 250m+.

Team Deathmatch | Defuse the Bomb | All vs All | One Shot One Kill | Capture the Flag

Director

Round the Twist Fanpage

I setup this fanpage in 2008 after being a fan of the series and noticing there wasn't a page. Currently at 30k followers on Facebook.

Owner

Nose 2 Tail Photography

Owner of Kris Hall Food Photography.

As an experienced Sales Manager who has worked in the food wholesale business for a number of years I work closely with chefs and business owners to capture their perfect dish, menu or portfolio shot within this self employed venture!

Country Fare Foodservice

Managing five sales professionals – looking after internal sales and commercial operations, but also undertaking key external sales pitches and meetings with high spending key accounts and top business prospects. As a key member of the management team, I am responsible for:

• Achieving growth in the business, setting new selling standards;

• Ensuring the sales team are over achieving their targets as individuals and a team;

• Setting objectives for the team as well as targets, and coaching and performance management;

• Recruitment of dynamic sales professionals;

• Building and maintaining long-lasting go-to client relationships, working with them to ensure all needs are met by the business;

• Working closely with the Director to deliver company performance and objectives;

• Identifying emerging markets and market shifts, ensuring the business is always innovative and presenting itself at the right quality and price in the current market.

Sales and Marketing Manager/Head of Sales

The Fine Food Company Wincanton

- Responsible for new business development and key account management of 250+ accounts.

- Dealing directly with business owners, Executive and Head Chefs this role involves the promotion of over 5,000 specialist ingredients to restaurants, pubs, caterers, manufacturers and hotels.

- Increasing company turnover through the use of effective account management, up-selling and customer service experience.

- Sales of specialist products including cheese, charcuterie, olives, game, nuts, oils, fresh fruit and vegetables directly into Fine Dining establishments and Michelin Starred restaurants. 

- Currently cover Bristol, Bath and Cotswolds as well as the surrounding areas to Wincanton.

Sales Key Account Manager

Protected Travel Services

As Business Development Manager for Protected Travel Services. I was solely responsible for brand development, sales and account management.

Examples of this role include:

•	Designing a credible company brand from scratch
•	Creating new business accounts
•	Lead generation, client communication, relationship building
•	Product development
•	Monitoring key industry developments to identify and react to opportunities presented 
•	Marketing literature and website design 
•	Web site traffic growth (Google Adwords, Referrals, SEO & Social Media)
•	Assisting clients with business plan & financial forecast development
•	Prospecting via cold calling and networking
•	Understanding business challenges, identifying opportunities and overcoming challenges
•	Implementation of affiliate referral schemes to increase business opportunities
•	Face to face client meetings
•	Designing and implementing Google Adwords campaign

Business Development Manager

RIAS

•	Outbound sales in the Home Repair sector
•	KPI management
•	Member of software support team
•	Managed team members as well as provided regular coaching and reviews 
•	Training of new staff. 

During this time I gained detailed experience of the insurance industry and FSA regulations.

Senior Insurance Advisor

ICS Temperature Control

•	Comprehensive database management
•	Regular marketing
•	Lead generation, client communication, relationship building
•	Networking to improve business potential
•	Handling sales relating to mechanical engineering 
•	Managing client accounts in multiple areas of the country

B2B Sales

As the CEO and Founder of The Burnt Chef Project, I lead a globally recognised non-profit that raises awareness, provides training, and offers market-leading support for mental health issues within the hospitality industry. With over 4.5 years of experience in this field, I have successfully launched and managed multiple initiatives that empower individuals, businesses, and teams to improve their wellbeing and sustainability, and to challenge stigma and discrimination.

Some of the key achievements of The Burnt Chef Project include the creation of the Burnt Chef Journal Podcast, the Burnt Chef Support Service UK, the Burnt Chef Academy Training App, and the Burnt Chef Ambassador Programme, which have reached and helped thousands of hospitality professionals across the world. In addition, I serve as a Board Member for CHOW, a non-profit that provides peer support and wellness resources for the culinary community, and as a Director for Laser Assault Somerset, a business venture that promotes outdoor activities and fun for all ages. 

My core competencies include concept design, marketing, sales, personnel management, project management, and business management. 

I am also a passionate and creative keynote speaker, mentor, and stress reduction and cultural change expert, who strives to inspire and motivate others to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Kris Hall MIH

The Staff Canteen

Senior Account Manager

Think

Commercial Partnerships Manager

The Staff Canteen Ltd

Mercator Media Ltd

Plan and prioritise online and magazine sales activities and customer contact towards achieving agreed business aims.

Provide effective management, support, coaching to subordinates. Ensuring reviews and appraisals are carried out regularly. 

Participate in ongoing training and assist in the identification of training needs of staff to help develop relevant knowledge, techniques and skills.

Monitor, develop and improve production, including page planning, liaising with editorial, production, personnel and outside suppliers as required.

Participate in appraisals of objectives, targets and performance in order to assist in personal and professional development.

Recommend and co-ordinate the organisation of attendance at exhibitions including requirements for travel, hotel and freight forwarding. 

Identify and organise marketing activities including contra agreements, e-mail shots, etc. 

Monitor subscription database, and make recommendations for campaigns to improve percentage controlled circulation.

Monitor visitor behaviour, page views and numbers of eNews recipients. Make recommendations for campaigns to increase visitor traffic and eNews subscribers through the use of house ads, social media and e-marketing.

Manager - The Motorship

The Motorship - Media Sales

Safetykleen

Assisting the Branch Manager to maximise sales opportunity and customer retention, meeting and exceeding sales and service targets and KPI’s, through effective leadership of the Sales and Service team.

Work with the Branch team to achieve and exceed period, quarterly, and annual sales, service and retention targets and KPI’s in accordance with all company procedures and codes of conduct.

Focus activities within the Sales and Service team to achieve and exceed service and sales targets.

Ensure that customer requirements are clearly understood and met by all Reps attending site and that all staff attending customer premises are fully briefed and trained as appropriate.

Explore all business opportunities for existing customers, identifying potential opportunities to maximise the full product portfolio across machines, waste, and oil.

Lead, develop, and motivate the team of Sales and Service Reps through regular communication, direction, training, feedback, and support.

Carry out daily team and 121 briefings to ensure that staff understand their tasks and objectives for the day, identifying the issues and opportunities in advance that are to be addressed.

Plan daily, weekly, and periodic route plans/service schedules to achieve KPI’s, and maximise business efficiency.

Carry out daily de-briefings to identify issues and opportunities to be addressed, recognise achievements, and feedback progress against targets.

Hold periodic staff 121’s and annual performance appraisals, maintaining adequate records and addressing or escalating issues as necessary.

Monitor staff absence, ensuring that correct procedures are followed, health issues are addressed, and high levels of absence are identified, addressed or escalated as appropriate.

Organise, alongside the Training Dept, structured induction training for all new starters. Make sure that staff are appropriately trained to a competent level prior to carrying out duties unsupervised.

Sales And Service Manager

Customer Relationship Manager

I worked as part of a small team to effectively maximise cash collections from clients.

Tasked with minimising overdue debt by effective management of collections activity and dispute resolution methodically.

Maintained daily a tidy AR, ensuring all payments, write offs and refunds were allocated correctly.

Resolved all customer queries and where neseccary would involve the sales team.

Processed all cheque, card and cash payments.

Credit Controller

I took responsibility for all Sales and Services within my geographic territory. This included parts of Hampshire and West Suusex.

I would identify, develop and manage sales opportunites with both existing existing and new potential clients.

Ensured the cleanliness and continued performance of all capital equipment by providing a quality and professional service.

Sales & Service Representative

With over 13 years of experience in sales and account management, I have developed strong skills in new business development, key account management, and customer relationship management (CRM). I am passionate about helping suppliers connect with hospitality decision makers and creating long-term partnerships that benefit both parties.

As a Senior Account Manager at The Staff Canteen, I am responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of clients, negotiating contracts, and delivering excellent customer service. I also collaborate with the editorial and marketing teams to create and execute effective campaigns that showcase our clients' products and services to our audience of hospitality professionals. I enjoy working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where I can leverage my sales expertise and industry knowledge to achieve and exceed targets.

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