Edmonton chefs push for mental health supports in the kitchen

June’s suicide death of celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain shook many in the restaurant industry to their core, and has compelled a group of Edmonton-area chefs to try and change kitchen culture when it comes to mental health.
One of those leading the charge is Paul Shufelt of Workshop Eatery.
The hospitality industry has a unique set of stressors, he said in a recent interview, but talking about mental health issues is frowned upon.
“You put you head down, work hard and show up, and ma