• #10 Ehren Moses Khoo-Steel: "it's not a shit industry, but it can be shit to you"

  • Oct 1 2024
  • Length: 50 mins
  • Podcast

#10 Ehren Moses Khoo-Steel: "it's not a shit industry, but it can be shit to you"

  • Summary

  • Navigating the Spirits Industry: From Bartending to Brand Representation with Ehren


    In this episode, Ehren from Brighton, UK, shares his journey of 20 years in the hospitality industry. From starting as a "dish pig" to bartending across different countries, Ehren discusses his current role as a Proof & Company rep in New Zealand.

    He explores the challenges of working solo after years of team-based work, the vibrant yet struggling bartending community in Wellington, and the importance of mental health in hospitality. Ehren also reflects on his personal experience with grief and how it has shaped his approach to supporting others in the industry.

    The conversation touches on cocktail competitions, industry trends, and the need for better organized brand events to support and grow the bartending community.


    00:00 Introduction and Career Background

    00:56 Challenges of Working Solo

    01:35 Transitioning from Bartending to Desk Jobs

    02:04 Engaging Bartenders with Brands

    05:19 Cocktail Competitions and Professional Growth

    11:53 Mental Health in Hospitality

    20:12 Personal Story of Loss and Grief

    25:57 Processing Grief and Seeking Support

    26:45 Understanding Individual Support Needs

    27:36 Mental Health in the Hospitality Industry

    28:47 Personal Coping Mechanisms

    31:20 Diet and Its Impact on Mental Health

    33:50 Challenges in the Hospitality Industry

    36:44 Immigration and Employment Issues

    39:07 Quickfire Questions and Personal Favorites

    45:33 In the Weeds and Hospo Horror Stories

    48:45 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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