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Chris Tate

Operations Manager at Pablo & Rusty's
Chris’s journey spans hatted and Michelin-starred kitchens, with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He stumbled into specialty coffee after helping a friend who'd just opened Pablo & Rusty’s first cafe, later leading teams through five more launches. Today, he co-owns P&R’s Sydney CBD flagship and oversees Operations across the brand. A former Australian Barista Championship judge, Chris blends technical coffee expertise with culinary skill and a deep commitment to service. A passionate B Corp operator and sustainability advocate, he champions hospitality as a human-centred craft that creates connection and regularly shares insights across industry media.