Posts by SGMChef

Hi myuva2, Although I don't have direct knowledge of the school you mention, I have worked for a Green-card French chef that graduated from the Paris Cordon Bleu that couldn‘t make it as the head chef! He only lasted about six weeks. I...

Hi Nicky, Greetings from the SGM! Here is my opinion and a few questions for you, based on the information provided. I would advise you to work in a local restaurant before seeking additional schooling. Even if you do have the passion...

Hey Egirl, Letters of recommendation are always great to have, especially during the early years of your professional development. They document your work experience and even just your work ethics to future employers. Things like...

Hi EricT, You may also want look into any tastings available at local wine merchants. Restaurant tastings are fine for the wines that that restaurant carries, on their wine list, to complement their menu, but a knowledgeable sales...

Hi e-girl, My advice is to get as much diverse experience as possible at this point in your life. The plus of working at the Italian Restaurant (if it is a good one!) is learning about Italian Cuisine from someone knowledgeable in that...

Hi e-girl, After visiting their Website, I found out what you are talking about! Yes, it sounds like a great entrance into food service! To attend J&W as a high school student will enhance your learning curve, so to speak. If you...

Hi crazytocook, I agree with above comments and just want to reinforce that your supervisor will show you how and what to do and you should focus on trying to replicate what they show you. Pay close attention to size of cut especially,...

Hi e-girl, I visited the Denver Campus last year and found the staff very motivated and knowledgeable. I had a group of twelve students there for a one-week program, as a reward for their good work. I got the nickel tour and they appear...

HiMelissa, Well, you are on the right track and I agree with all the other advice posted. #1- Get well-rounded experience. Work the Bar, wait tables, spend some time with the Pastry Chef, sit down the catering director, etc. so you...

Hi Allison, No, I am not the Air Force; I serve in the Army. Nothing wrong with our friends in Blue, but the Army has a much better Food Program and I am definitely all about food! The Air Force takes a Hotel/Restaurant approach to...