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chefraysaute said
on 7/19/2009 Practice cutting vegetables like onions and celery etc everday. Its tire-some but if you want to be a chef or are a starting chef then its reputition 24/7. Just to be safe go over basics like how to hold a knife and the proper stance when cutting Good Luck fellow chefs
P.S.( Always know your correct temperatures)
premronline said
on 3/26/2009 HI THERE his i did my chef course in nz but still i coudn able to cook propley i am doing ver slow always get shout from everyone and today my chef told me to change my profession even i am in this feild last one year... could you suggest any tips to improve my skills thanks.. but when ia m cooking at hime i am reallyy cooking well and get good taste....
dawg42000 said
on 6/15/2008 Research the word and concept of "professionalism" and then go get a job, if you're still in high school. You should start as a dishwasher. The money isn't great, but if you TRY and if you DO WHAT YOU'RE TOLD, someone who is better than you will almost always take an interest and teach you things in a "hands-on" way that will give you a good foundation on which to begin building your career.
Then, after you've been at it for a year (and you'll be making better money by then because you worked like a professional and the hospitality industry GREATLY rewards good work)you should know wether or not this career is for you. If you have found things you're good at and you enjoy the enviornment, you should find a culinary school that is approved by the American Culinary Federation. After your internship, if you have been a professional worker - ie. clean uniform every day, SHAVE!!(that wa
ommg795 said
on 5/9/2008 Cook what you want!
if people want to eat helthy then let them eat somewhere else!
if they have the guts to eat at a McDonald or a BK than they can eat regular food!
dont let them tell you otherwise!
if they complain about the food you make then tell them to eat somewhere else!
IF YOU COOK IN A BURGERKING OR A MCDONALDS THIS POST WAS NOT INTENDED TO OFEND
ommg795 said
on 5/9/2008 cook what you want!
if people want to eat healthy then let them cook themselves!
if people have the guts to eat at mcdonalds or bk than they dont have to go to another restoraunt and mess with your cooking style!
dont let anybody tell yyou otherwise!!!
ktl1355 said
on 10/29/2007 i want to be a chef!!!
chef-boi said
on 12/20/2006 Hi i want to become a chef, i am 14 yrs old and i live in England, i am just about to start my GCSE tests on a small scale and i want to know what GCSE's i should apply for and try and pass if i want to become one, in other words what do i need to be good at education wise at school- in order to become a successful and knowledgeable chef in the future?
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 If you are going to be cooking something at your place of employment (or your own establishment), you should try to imagine that you are at home. Don't be nervous. Take your time. With time you can accomplish anything you want to do!
Anonymous said
on 3/23/2006 All you need is to believe in yourself, complete your goal, and really want it. Take cooking classes, see how hard it can be and if it is right for you. If you think you're ready, be prepared for lots of experience and tons of work.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 It is not all the glamor one might think. Long hours, complete head games, and not really the pay one would expect. There are food cost issues, labor issues and waste control issues. This line of work is not the Hells Kitchen stuff you see on TV. Now if you love food, and can deal with the above items, then go for it.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 In this job you will go through times where you think you'll never make it. But don't give up, just keep going and going, and you'll make it in the end.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 In this career, you can let your imagination run wild and do really fun stuff with your menu.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Always remember, if you get bashed for how bad the food or service is, do not take it personally or it will affect the way you do the job.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 You must be prepared for not only long hours, but also weekends and holidays. People in the food service industry are busiest at these times when other people want to "play."
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 To become a good chef, you must have a lot of passion. It's not a question of money or social position; it's a question of love...it's a love story.