Imrun Texeira

Chief Ambassador @The Burnt Chef Project

Toronto, ON, CA

The Burnt Chef Project is a non-profit campaign and clothing brand operating within hospitality to challenge mental health stigma. The project is committed to burning away the stigma and shame associated with mental health for hospitality professionals worldwide. A survey of 1273 hospitality professionals which showed that 8 out of 10 (84%) of respondents had experienced mental health issues within their career and 46% would not feel comfortable talking about their health concerns with their colleagues. Hospitality staff should be able to discuss the state of their mental health and gain support from their peers and employers. It\'s important that although mental health can\'t be seen it is regularly discussed and policies reviewed. This should be the new definition of \'badge of honour\'.​Together we can burn away mental health stigma within hospitality once and for all.

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Cook Diploma, Culinary Apprenticeship

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Charcuterie

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Patisserie

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Sommelier

All Saints Catholic High School

High School Diploma