By the definitions presented here I guess I'm technically a chef. But on a reality-check basis I have to classify myself as a cook. When I recieved my work visa (I'm not a citizen of the country in which I'm currently employed) it listed the position as "Executive Chef" and I actually laughed out loud when I saw it. The guy at the visa office looked at me like I was insane. I do basically perform the duties of that position at the restaurant but I've never thought of myself in those terms or at that skill level and never presented myself as such. The job offer was for a cook/manager (It's a fairly small place and casual fare. I solo in the kitchen on the typically slower nights and have an assistant on the typically busier nights). I had the experience for the "cook" part. For the "manager" part, I just bust my butt to do what needs to be done and learn as I go along. The place is small enough that it's not all that large a team to manage. So far it's worked out good, the owner has asked me to enter into a work contract so that I can stay on. So I guess I'm a cook in chef's clothing for now. It's been a good experience so far. I enjoy it no matter which title applies.  | 
Work to the top! 
