# EP 57: Rick Bayless

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Podcast: [Hospitality On The Rise](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hospitality-on-the-rise-7243462)
Published: 2026-04-14T10:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culinary-agents/episodes/EP-57-Rick-Bayless-e3hls1h
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Duration seconds: 2224

## Resource

On this episode of Hospitality On The Rise , host Alice Cheng is joined by Rick Bayless, renowned chef, restaurateur, and television personality. Rick shares his journey from growing up in a family restaurant to becoming a pioneer of authentic Mexican cuisine in the U.S. He talks about opening Frontera Grill and Topolobampo, the challenges of introducing regional Mexican food to a new audience, and how his commitment to training and supporting his team has played a key role in his success. With multiple awards and humanitarian recognition, Rick’s story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and community. Links - Instagram - Rick Bayless: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rick_bayless/⁠ - Instagram - Culinary Agents⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/culinaryagents/⁠ - Full Transcript⁠: ⁠https://hospitalitycareerpaths.com/resources/ep-57-rick-bayless⁠ ************ Remember, success looks different for everyone in hospitality. No two paths are the same. If you have a leader or a topic you want to hear about, email media@culinaryagents.com. Hospitality On The Rise is brought to you by Culinary Agents, connecting top talent with employers since 2012. Whether you’re hiring or looking for your next opportunity, join us at CulinaryAgents.com. For more inspiration, subscribe to Hospitality On The Rise and visit HospitalityCareerPaths.com, a free platform by Culinary Agents. Thanks for tuning in! Remember to like, follow, and subscribe. And if you loved this episode, share it with someone who could use a little inspiration.

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