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Kitchen Day Podcast

Kitchen Day
Hospitality
Wellington
Service Industry
Cuba Street
Coco's Cantina
Apéro Wine Bar
New Zealand
The Engine Room
Rita (wellington Restaurant)
Mosaic Venues
Swimsuit
Puffin
Logan Brown
Hospitality Industry
Master Of Wine
Storytelling
Specialty Coffee
Covid-19
K'road
New Zealand Hospitality Industry

Hosted by Dominique Fourie McMillan, the Kitchen Day Podcast celebrates the people who bring hospitality to life through service. Each episode features chats with some incredible folk who work in service - from hosts and bartenders to sommeliers and owners - sharing their philosophies, challenges, triumphs, and why they believe service is the best job in the world. Whether you work in hospo (or di... more

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Eric Kong is 24 years old and runs Dragons, Wellington's most beloved yum cha institution on Tory Street in Wellington. But the story starts in 1908, when his great-great-grandfather arrived in New Zealand alone at 14, paid the Chinese poll tax, and ... more

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Melissa Lind didn’t plan to become the General Manager of one of Wellington’s busiest restaurants. She walked into Charley Noble with a single CV, no appointment, and asked for a job. Three months later, she was running the floor. Eight years on, Mel... more

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Natalia Schamroth never planned to open a restaurant on the North Shore. She and partner Carl Koppenhagen had a list, they'd searched for a year, and the day they went to see the old post office in Northcote Point they'd already talked themselves out... more

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There are roughly 420 Masters of Wine in the world, and Wellington has one of them. This week on The Kitchen Day Podcast, I sit down with Stephen Wong MW, a Master of Wine, wine educator, consultant, and judge. If you’ve ever wondered what it actuall... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Kong
Owner/Manager, Dragons Restaurant, Wellington
Dragons Restaurant
Episode: Eric Kong of Dragons on living up to a family legacy in service.
Melissa Lind
General Manager of Charley Noble Restaurant (Wellington) and The Food Lab catering
Charley Noble / The Food Lab
Episode: Melissa Lind of Charley Noble on walking the line between control and chaos in a busy service
Natalia Schamroth
Co-owner of The Engine Room, Auckland
The Engine Room
Episode: Natalia Schamroth of The Engine Room on 20 years of restaurant excellence
Stephen Wong
Wellington's Master of Wine, wine educator, judge, consultant, sommelier
Independent wine professional
Episode: Stephen Wong MW on passing the hardest wine exam in the world
Ismo Koski
Owner of Apéro Wine Bar on K'Road
Apéro Wine Bar
Episode: Ismo Koski of Apéro - the restaurant every restaurateur adores
Hannah Wells
Owner, Puffin wine bar in Wellington
Puffin
Episode: Hannah Wells of Puffin on building Wellington’s most beloved hidden wine bar
Rebecca Smidt
Co-owner of Cazador restaurant, Cazador Deli, and San Ray
Cazador / San Ray
Episode: Rebecca Smidt of Cazador & San Ray on the true cost of greatness in hospitality
Tait Burge
Co-founder of Swimsuit
Swimsuit
Episode: Tait Burge and William Bridewell Roberts of Swimsuit Coffee on building a company around a perfect cup of coffee
William Bridewell Roberts
Co-founder of Swimsuit
Swimsuit
Episode: Tait Burge and William Bridewell Roberts of Swimsuit Coffee on building a company around a perfect cup of coffee

Host

Dominique Fourie McMillan
Host of the show focusing on hospitality through service; long-running creator and curator of conversations with hospitality professionals.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Fascinating!

    As a frequent diner, I feel I have had a sneak peek behind the scenes. Thank you for insightful, empathetic questioning. Maybe you should add a trigger warning – it made me hungry!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Highland Kiwi
    New Zealand8 months ago
  • Insightful!

    Brilliant first episode, love that front of house are getting the spot light that they deserve - the passion from the hosts and guest was evident from the first word spoken. Looking forward to next ep!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OG BARISTA
    New Zealand8 months ago

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Listeners praise insightful, empathetic questioning and behind-the-scenes transparency.
FOH-focused episodes spotlight the people behind great service and leadership.
Some listeners note trigger warnings may be useful due to vivid food-fuelled storytelling.
Guests and hosts are commended for warmth and practical hospitality wisdom.

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Melissa Lind of Charley Noble on walking the line between control and chaos in a busy service
Q: How did you handle the staff shortage during the border openings and COVID era?
We simplified operations, restructured the menu, and leveraged a mix of core team members plus new hires to cover essential shifts, focusing on keeping warmth and service quality even with fewer hands.
Melissa Lind of Charley Noble on walking the line between control and chaos in a busy service
Q: What does that system-building actually look like?
It starts from the very beginning of an employee's experience, continually winding back to ask how the staff feel and what they need to thrive, ensuring the onboarding, rostering, and leadership development align with the business's goals.
Natalia Schamroth of The Engine Room on 20 years of restaurant excellence
Q: How did the renovation and family life intersect when you were about to expand?
Natalia describes juggling renovation with a newborn baby, continuing to operate the restaurant, and relying on a capable team to push through while she and Carl managed both family and business with a supportive staff and community.
Natalia Schamroth of The Engine Room on 20 years of restaurant excellence
Q: What was the first iteration of The Engine Room like when you opened?
The space initially required only modest updates; they painted, added a few pieces, and improvised with equipment. The early interior had simple, functional elements, and the crucial move was keeping the vibe intact while expanding later on.
Natalia Schamroth of The Engine Room on 20 years of restaurant excellence
Q: Tell me, let's rewind the clock a little bit. How did you meet Carl and decide to open The Engine Room together?
We met while cooking and built a long history together, sharing similar cooking backgrounds and a mutual vision for a small, timeless bistro. We discussed naming the place before finding a site and planned a European-influenced, unpretentious, 50-seat concept that could become a community hub.

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A candid, hospitality-centric show that centers on people who bring service to life, from front-of-house stars to restaurant owners and sommeliers. Episodes consistently explore philosophies of care, staff development, community, and the real-world challenges of running people-focused venues, often weaving in stories about mentorship, leadership, and how culture shapes guest experiences. Noteworthy is the emphasis on humane leadership, long-form career journeys, and a practical, down-to-earth view of building sustainable hospitality brands. Listeners are likely drawn to authentic conversations about how service excellence is cultivated, managed, and celebrated, both in moments of triumph and during industry headwinds.

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Recent guests on Kitchen Day Podcast include:

1. Eric Kong
2. Melissa Lind
3. Natalia Schamroth
4. Stephen Wong
5. Ismo Koski
6. Hannah Wells
7. Rebecca Smidt
8. Tait Burge

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