Rob Judd (Akti, Sydney) - The team is everything

Akti, an elevated contemporary Greek restaurant by Sydney Restaurant Group, has opened at the Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf. This new establishment will bring a fresh culinary perspective to the landmark location, formerly home to Manta. Today We are joined by Akti's Head Chef, Rob Judd. https://www.akti.com.au Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Acty and Chef Rob Judd 00:57 Transformation from Manta to Acty 02:19 Culinary Offerings and Signature Dishes 03:39 Moving from Brisbane to Sydney 05:08 Early Influences and Family Background 06:16 Career Path and Becoming a Chef 07:43 Key Mentors and Influences in the Culinary World 09:33 Decision to Move to Australia 10:43 Initial Experiences in the Australian Culinary Scene 11:49 Building a Career in Australia 13:44 Managing High-Volume Restaurants 15:04 Transitioning to Fine Dining 17:16 Challenges of Leading an Established Team 18:56 Differences in Fine Dining Across Cultures 20:08 Building Respect and Team Dynamics 22:39 Access to Local Produce and Seafood 23:55 The Atmosphere at Acty 25:06 Passion for Culinary Arts and Team Success SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram      https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep in the Weeds is a food podcast hosted by Anthony Huckstep in conversation with chefs, food producers and members of the hospitality industry. An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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