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From Pastry Chef to General Manager: Alexandre Talpaert's Journey with Eric Kayser in Hong Kong
Season 4 · Episode 6

From Pastry Chef to General Manager: Alexandre Talpaert's Journey with Eric Kayser in Hong Kong

Asian Business Owners - A.B.O. · Carmen Salameh

February 19, 202547m 33s

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Show Notes

Listen to Alexandre Talpaert’s story, the General Manager of Eric Kayser, a global French bakery chain. 


As he seized opportunities along the way, Alexandre broadened his horizons. He worked in New York for Alain Ducasse, in London as a Pastry Chef and is now leading Eric Kayser in Hong Kong.


Grab a snack and have a listen!


Content:

(01:47) Meet Alexandre: From Pastry Chef to General Manager

(10:14) Challenges and Strategies in Managing Eric Kayser

(17:35) The Art and Science of Bread Making

(22:34) Quick Fire Questions with Alexandre

(27:42) Career Turning Points

(30:38) Sustainability and Food Waste

(33:38) Challenges in Hong Kong's F&B Scene

(41:04) Keys to Being a Successful Leader

(48:08) Conclusion and Final Thoughts


👉 To find out more:

Eric Kayser's website

Alexandre's LinkedIn


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