07/10/2026
Let me tell you a story. It’s one that brings tears to my eyes.
Imagine being my wife Emma. Leaving paid work behind for 10+ years to focus on raising 3 kids, running a household and sacrificing everything so our family works as well as it does.
In August 2025, she decided to re-enter the workforce, in a totally new career as Pastry Commis Chef in one of Europe’s finest hotels. It was the job of her dreams. She’d done it, she’d made it back. The career re-build had started.
Emma’s new leaders treated her so poorly and unkindly it left her riddled with dread about returning to work each day. This treatment went on for months. I had to stop myself storming into the hotel to set them straight.
Emma wanted to endure through it, but we decided as a family the impact on her was too great. So she reluctantly left her dream job behind, she was devastated.
In December, she landed another awesome pasty role in a gorgeous venue and team. Her momentum could continue after a big set back. She was so happy.
Then without warning, Emma suffered an excruciating shoulder injury, which made it physically impossible to work. For months she waited patiently on the NHS for treatment. She was in constant agony.
Again, through no fault of her own, another career dream evaporated in front of her eyes.
Now, fast forward to yesterday. Emma started as Pastry Commis Chef at one of the most prestigious hotels in the world.
She walked in there, competed hard and won her dream. She’s now back on track, rebuilding a career that’s been on pause due to her own selflessness and some unfairness handed to her.
Emma is the shining example of someone brave enough to chase scary dreams, while never being deterred.
We adore you, Chef Emma 👩🏼🍳 Thank for inspiring me and our 3 girls. Go get ‘em.
Ant x
