Well, went to post this and had lost connection--here goes again---
My name is Nan, have been in the business for about 40 years. First doing small catering out of my home. Did a few seasons at a working ranch in Idaho, then as chief cook there when they started opening in the winter as a cross country ski lodge.
Worked as chief (only) cook at a small hotel-lodge in the Interior of Alaska. Then moved to Southeast where I worked in logging and construction camps (crews from 20-120), during these years also worked on fishing boats, tug boats, and later on research ships. Decided I needed the benefits of a state job, so went to work on the ferry system a.k.a. Alaska Marine Highway. Held all galley positions including Chief Cook and then Storekeeper. One winter took off, and worked as line cook in a fast paced, high end place in Sun Valley, ID. Wanted to see if I could do it? Did it, loved it, but decided I really enjoyed the research vessels most.
Retired from Ferry system in 2003 and have been working for a company that has ships on both coasts, with a couple of stints on container ships, probably my second choice.
Wasn't sure how to qualify myself in profile--have little schooling (few short terms sessions @ CIA Greystone in Napa Valley) but, have worked with some very talented people and never quit studying. On jobs now, I am in charge of galley and hotel portion of ships for clients. Plan and order for 30 people for 45-60 days. So thought private chef was best fit.
That be me,
Nan
My name is Nan, have been in the business for about 40 years. First doing small catering out of my home. Did a few seasons at a working ranch in Idaho, then as chief cook there when they started opening in the winter as a cross country ski lodge.
Worked as chief (only) cook at a small hotel-lodge in the Interior of Alaska. Then moved to Southeast where I worked in logging and construction camps (crews from 20-120), during these years also worked on fishing boats, tug boats, and later on research ships. Decided I needed the benefits of a state job, so went to work on the ferry system a.k.a. Alaska Marine Highway. Held all galley positions including Chief Cook and then Storekeeper. One winter took off, and worked as line cook in a fast paced, high end place in Sun Valley, ID. Wanted to see if I could do it? Did it, loved it, but decided I really enjoyed the research vessels most.
Retired from Ferry system in 2003 and have been working for a company that has ships on both coasts, with a couple of stints on container ships, probably my second choice.
Wasn't sure how to qualify myself in profile--have little schooling (few short terms sessions @ CIA Greystone in Napa Valley) but, have worked with some very talented people and never quit studying. On jobs now, I am in charge of galley and hotel portion of ships for clients. Plan and order for 30 people for 45-60 days. So thought private chef was best fit.
That be me,
Nan
