The Burnt Chef Project is a charity based organisation centred around supporting mental health issues throughout the hospitality sector.
The project has just launched a new global initiative following the commencement of the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023.
The Whistleblowing Service has been developed to help workers safely raise issues through a third party channel. This service is the non profit organisation’s latest addition.
Curated deliberately to help aid employees in high pressured environments, this new service will allow organisations to provide a mutual third party to their teams.
The third party in question can be contacted directly before reporting the necessary information back to The Burnt Chef project’s partner, wellbeing CIC who will help to resolve issues further.
Positive environment
The new initiative, according to team at Thee Burnt Chef, will help to create not only a positive environment for workers but will also help to foster a positive company culture.
In turn, this should help to reduce staff turnover and as a result, the team has hopes that it will resolve issues quicker for both businesses and employees.
Trained specialists will be on hand to manage each confidential concern, which allows employees full anonymity and direct access to 24/7 support.
Each report filed is set to be handled with sensitivity and professionalism, partnered with recommendations and specialist advice In order to aid specific circumstances.
Founder and CEO of The Burnt Chef Project, Kris Hall stated: “Whistleblowing in the hospitality industry is an crucial mechanism for safeguarding ethical practices, protecting employees, and building the industry’s reputation.”
“Being able to offer this first of its kind Whistleblowing Service as a global initiative is a proud moment for us at The Burnt Chef Project, as we continue to advocate for healthier, more transparent workplace cultures.”
“By allowing businesses the opportunity to provide this service for their staff, it will help to build trust and also alleviate the pressures and anxieties that raising concerns can cause.”
Hall explained that by working with professionals in order to resolve issues quickly and efficiently, he believes staff mental health will be Improved drastically as a result of the new service.
Confidential space
The Burnt Chef Project have previously participated in many other mental health focused initiative, designed to foster positive work environments for employees.
The charity’s “Change the menu" campaign highlighted the importance of prioritising mental health and wellbeing and was also designed to bring to light the struggles that hospitality industry workers can face.
Marketing director for The Burnt Chef Project, Emmy Webster also shared her thoughts on implementing the new service.
She told The Morning Advertiser, (MA) “The hospitality industry is built on the dedication and talent of its people, but too often, workplace challenges go unaddressed, leading to high staff turnover and a negative perception of the sector.”
“Our Whistleblowing Service provides a safe and confidential space for employees to raise concerns, helping businesses resolve issues early and foster healthier work environments.”
Webster explained that she felt that by addressing concerns proactively, employee retention Is Improved alongside the general reputation of the hospitality industry.
She stated: “This service is a step toward making hospitality a career of choice, where wellbeing and respect are at the forefront.”
