Posted by Gerard on June 23, 1998 at 17:48:29:
In Reply to: Help please posted by Kathy Heasley on June 23, 1998 at 00:53:38:
Hi Kathy,
I served a long (7yrs) apprenticeship, then worked around for a few more yrs and opened a pastry shop and later on a restaurant.
My partner died of cancer and I am happily baking along with just the bake shop now in Boston.
IF I could tell you just one thing, it takes T I M E.
DOn't fall the for the get rich chef stories you read in books and mags, 2 yrs of classes , a piece of paper and "you're a chef". Because I can tell you from working with those folks..no you're not.
The most important thing is getting into the right kitchen to train and only 2 things will get you there.
Attitude and common sense are the 2 qualities I look for and nothing else.
If you've read somewhere that you have to be certified that is not true.
Cheers, Gerard