Rob Mason (RJ Gourmet Maui)

Jason Evans of SilverShark Media speaks to Rob Mason, chef/owner of RJ Gourmet Maui.  In this podcast Rob talks about how his mom was one of his first culinary influences, the path that unexpectedly took him from Philadelphia to Maui, what it was like establishing himself as a chef on Maui after moving here, the inspiration to branch out on his own and start a private chef business, his biggest challenge early on starting a new business, what it's like balancing time on the business tasks vs his role as a chef, the biggest difference for him as a private chef vs working at a resort or restaurant, the importance of sourcing locally, examples of the type of food he prepares based on what is fresh at the time, his favorite part of the job, spending time as a mentor for years with the American Heart Association Kids Cook With Heart program, his advice for anyone looking to start their own business, a quick chat about Philly sports teams, & how people can learn more about RJ Gourmet Maui.