Quick Bite with Matt Larcombe, Head Chef at the Victoria Oxshott

The Woods Foodservice Quick Bite series is a 10-second download from a top UK chef sharing what’s on their plate.

We spoke to Matt Larcombe, Head Chef at The Victoria Oxshott, who shared his golden piece of advice and discusses the most defining moment of his career to date.

What would you say are the most defining moments in your career to date?

There are a couple of moments I would say that are defining to my career so far. Firstly, I would have to say being a private chef for the late George Michael. Secondly, I would have to say being part of the catering team at the Olympics in both Rio and South Korea.

What inspired you to become a chef?

Since I was a child, I always wanted to do it. I never wanted to do anything else.

What piece of golden advice would you give to anyone in the industry who wants to be successful?

I think to learn as much as you can, and never forget consistency is the key ingredient to any success. 

Also, keep trying and keep working hard and you will get there one day.