It’s wonderful to see young people producing such high-quality food. The dishes were delicious, and the service was impeccable. The students should be incredibly proud of their efforts.
However, I did notice some concerning behaviour from a senior staff member in the kitchen (Tony?). While I understand the high-pressure nature of the industry, I overheard some unnecessary language and felt that the way the students were addressed lacked the respect and encouragement they deserve. As someone who works in the industry, I know how challenging it can be, but it’s important to support and uplift students as they learn and grow.
This is not a criticism as such, but an observation to help improve teaching methodology during service and beyond.
Overall, well done to the students for their excellent work—keep up the...
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