Monday, February 18, 2013

How to learn to be a professional cook

By Jean Cox


With improved communications and television in particular, cooking programs are now more popular than ever. Ever show differs in its approach. Sometimes, you are given the recipe previously and expected to cook according to it. In other cases, you are expected to taste a given dish and replicate it with no recipe to assist you. Celebrity chefs and actors are a common feature.. They either show of their cooking skills themselves or assist those that are cooking.

Many shows involve high-ranked chefs. They are held in high regard by those in the industry. They also have prior experience working in two-hat and three-hat restaurants. At present, there are shows where professional chefs themselves challenge each other in cook-offs, usually for a hefty sum of prize money. Guest judges taste their dishes, awarding points according to whether each element of the dish fits necessary criteria.

In order to become a professional cook, there is a process to be followed. To start off, you have to be familiar with basic cooking skills. Developing recipes on your own, handling all types of equipment and knowing many cooking styles are some of the basics that all expert chefs have. They have a knack for producing food that is both delicious and beautiful to look at. Cleanliness in food preparation is emphasized.

You should be sure of the level of chef you wish to be, the type of place you'd work best in as well as the cuisine that best suits your ability.

Professional training is important. There are many culinary institutions and hotel schools that exist for this very purpose.Fundamentals include important terms, culinary standards and common equipment used. Working as an apprentice will help you apply your theoretical knowledge to the real world. This will considerably boost your chances of being hired by a renowned restaurant or hotel. Culinary apprenticeships are often sponsored by professional culinary institutions for these purposes.

An American Culinary Federation certificate ought to be your next milestone. It isn't essential but it is a very impressive credential to hold. All the steps given here will prove to be very useful if professional cooking is your chosen career path. However, keep in mind; cooking is more than just an occupation. It is a science and a skill that needs to be honed. If you have a passion for it, it'll translate in your cooking and result in a dish with unparalleled taste and presentation. The best chefs are therefore, the most passionate ones.




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