10 October 2019 is World Mental Health Day, an opportunity for everyone associated with the hospitality industry to consider the role they play in fostering a happy and supportive kitchen culture.
Research has shown hospitality workers to be at a greater risk than most of depression, substance abuse and anxiety. While unusual hours, a fast-paced environment and dealing with tricky customers are part of the job, unacceptable behaviour inside kitchens such as bullying, intimidation and illegal working conditions are not. World Mental Health Day exists to give prominence to global mental health education, awareness and advocacy. It’s a worthy initiative supported by Unilever Food Solutions (UFS).
As a company that is deeply aligned with the hospitality sector, UFS is taking active steps to shine a light on toxic kitchen culture in an effort to end the talent drain and establish a better understanding of what makes a harmonious and productive workplace.
That is why UFS has chosen to be the driving force behind a global movement for positive change.