I’m Not High-Maintenance (As Long as Everything’s Perfect)

Chef’s Candid Career Confessions

Written byMatthew Gladstone

Narrated byMatthew Gladstone

Length1h55m

Release dateFebruary 3, 2026

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Professionals & Academics, Culinary

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 5.0 (682 ratings)

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Author	Matthew Gladstone
Narrator	Matthew Gladstone
Runtime	1h55m
Published	February 3, 2026
Rating	★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (682 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Professionals & Academics, Culinary, Home & Garden, Food & Wine, Celebrity Chefs & Restaurants, Comedy & Humor
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Delve into the behind-the-scenes world of high-stakes catering as Matthew Gladstone shares his tumultuous journey with a starkly personal touch. This audiobook offers an unfiltered look at a culinary career fraught with demanding clients and endless challenges, all narrated by the author himself in a warm yet honest voice. The narrative is peppered with dry humor that balances the grueling realities of the profession, making for both insightful listening and a much-needed laugh.

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Matthew Gladstone's narration perfectly captures his own personality, bringing each anecdote to life with a blend of authority and self-deprecating wit. His voice, measured and engaging, keeps you hooked from start to finish. The storytelling is relentless yet surprisingly charming, detailing years of experiences that range from the mundane to the absurd. However, some sections might feel overly repetitive as Gladstone reiterates key challenges faced in his career, which can sometimes slow down the pacing. Despite this minor critique, 'I’m Not High-Maintenance (As Long as Everything’s Perfect)' remains a compelling listen for anyone interested in behind-the-scenes culinary narratives or just a glimpse into the demanding life of a private chef.

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