"Brian, do I really need to take a culinary course and get my credentials to get a good job as a cook?"
It's a question I've been asked a lot over the years. And the answer is -- yes and no.
Many famous chefs have worked their way up through the kitchen ranks -- starting as dishwasher, up to prep and sandwiches and so on. It's been done and it's still being done. On the other hand, many executive chefs in restaurants and hotels won't hire unless their applicants have papers and a track record of some sort.
Most managers just don't have the time to train someone from scratch. They want experience from the get go. And if you don't have experience, the best way to get it is by taking an accredited culinary course. The added bonus to taking a course is this: near the end of every culinary course, the head chef will get calls from local restaurant managers and executive chefs asking, "Who are your top students?" I don't mean to brag, but this is how I got my first job. I went on from there to get my Journeyman Certificate and Chef's membership in...
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If you are visiting Canada's capital city you may be amazed at the number of attractions it has to offer. This northern city attracts people from all around the world to visit and live and the range of cuisine reflects this as well. Taking the time to sample the best that the city can offer is a worthwhile taste tour. Here are a few ways to find the best restaurants Ottawa has to offer.
You may be surprised to learn that there are a number of suburbs where fine restaurants can be found. From Kanata and Bell's Corners in the west to Orleans in the east, they are all considered to be part of Ottawa. Each suburb, however has its own dining hot spots.
There are a number of ways that you can find restaurants in Ottawa. The method you will choose will probably depend on a few factors. These include whether you are already in the city or not, whether you have access to the internet or not, and whether you are part of a tour group or staying with friends. Which you will use will largely depends on your own preferences in addition to the factors that were...
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