Episode #43 is now Live!

Meet Jon Ford

Jon Ford is owner and operator of teddy picker restaurant in Werribee 

Jon was born in Liverpool, England, his hospitality  journey started at the age of 14 when he got his first job in a kitchen, he was instantly obsessed and knew he wanted to make a career in hospitality. 

He left school at 16 and has since worked in some amazing kitchens. 

After coming to Australia he met his now fiancé Kristy and knew he wanted to continue his career in Australia. He worked in several venues before being approached to open his own restaurant. 

Despite the fear of covid he signed the lease for the space that is now teddy picker, knowing it was  a special venue. 

Since opening in February his 300 seater venue is booked out every weekend.

I met Jon the day before this podcast and knew I had to get him on to share his story, his passion for the kitchen, cooking and hospitality is something I wanted to share with everyone.