Burnt Chef Project doubles its delivered mental health e-training

Hospitality mental health charity, the Burnt Chef Project, recorded more than 24,000 completed e-learning modules last year, more than double the prior 12 months.

 

The free modules provide accessible mental health education to hospitality workers worldwide, enabling them to better manage stress, prevent burnout, and support colleagues.

 

These statistics were released within the not-for-profit organisation’s new 2023-2024 social impact report, showcasing the extent to which its services are in demand.

 

Key growth figures for 2023

 

●            55 colleges trained in mental health awareness, reaching over 2,045 students across different countries – almost double previous years.

 

●            Its free 24/7 text support service saw a massive jump, with over 3,000 individuals utilising the service in 2023, compared to just over 1,000 in previous years. This service continues to provide critical, on-demand mental health support.

 

●            More than 250 individuals now serve as peer support ambassadors, advocating for mental health within their workplaces and communities. These ambassadors play a vital role in raising awareness and offering support to hospitality professionals.

 

●            The Burnt Chef Project’s coaching and training sessions reached over 1,000 individuals, marking a significant increase in participation. These workshops equip hospitality professionals with the knowledge and tools to create a healthier, more supportive work environment.

 

Kris Hall, founder and CEO of the Burnt Chef Project, commented: “The Burnt Chef Project team, including our global ambassadors, fundraising partners, staff, contractors and all those who continue to support the work we do throughout the hospitality industry are making a substantial difference to those who need it most – and that’s something I’m exceptionally proud of.

 

“The publication of our latest social impact report demonstrates the value of the work we do, helping to support those living with mental health challenges, provide training and education to businesses and managers and ultimately reduce the stigma that continues to surround mental health in hospitality, not just here in the UK, but around the world. Looking forward, we have ambitious plans to keep delivering continuous impact and driving changes throughout the global hospitality industry.”

 

The charity’s goals for the next two years include achieving 10,000 free support and therapy sessions for those who need it most, delivering 100,000 modules, further nurturing, training and growing the project’s ambassador network and maintaining engagement rates of +7% across its support systems.