The Burnt Chef Project is a global non-profit social enterprise dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing within the hospitality industry.

Founded in 2019, the organisation exists to tackle the stigma surrounding mental health in hospitality, an industry known for its high-pressure environments, long hours, and demanding culture. Through research, education, awareness, and practical support, The Burnt Chef Project is working to create healthier, more sustainable workplaces for those who power the sector.

At the heart of the organisation is a simple but urgent mission: to ensure that no one in hospitality feels they have to struggle alone.

The Burnt Chef Project provides a range of services designed to support both individuals and businesses. This includes mental health awareness training, leadership development programmes, and access to a global support service offering free, confidential help to hospitality professionals. By equipping teams with the tools to recognise, understand, and respond to mental health challenges, the organisation helps businesses build stronger, more resilient cultures.

Alongside its support services, The Burnt Chef Project leads industry-wide campaigns to drive awareness and spark meaningful conversations. Through events, partnerships, and a global network of ambassadors, the organisation is creating a movement that encourages openness, challenges outdated attitudes, and promotes positive change across the sector.

With a presence in multiple countries and a rapidly growing community, The Burnt Chef Project is supporting thousands of individuals each year while working with leading hospitality businesses to embed wellbeing into their operations.

The organisation also invests in ongoing research to better understand the challenges facing hospitality professionals today. These insights are used to inform training, shape industry conversations, and ensure that support remains relevant and effective.

Ultimately, The Burnt Chef Project is not just raising awareness, it is driving action. By combining education, support, and advocacy, the organisation is helping to redefine what a healthy hospitality workplace looks like.

Because behind every service, shift, and guest experience are people, and when those people are supported, the entire industry is stronger.