Culinary Careers Fd - (For Dummies) by Michele Thomas & Annette Tomei & Tracey Biscontini (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Packed with advice on selecting a culinary school and gaining on-the-job experience, this guide offers up-to-the-minute information on everything culinary novices need to enter and excel in the food service industry.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>The fast and easy way to find your place in the culinary field</b> <p>Ever dream of exploring an exciting career in culinary arts or cooking but don't know where to begin? <i>Culinary Careers For Dummies</i> is the perfect book for anyone who dreams of getting into the culinary profession. Whether you're a student, an up-and-coming chef looking for direction, or are simply interested in reinventing yourself and trying your hand at a new career, <i>Culinary Careers For Dummies</i> provides the essential information every culinary novice needs to enter and excel in the food service industry.</p> <p>Packed with advice on selecting a culinary school and tips for using your degree to land your dream job, <i>Culinary Careers For Dummies</i> offers up-to-the-minute information on: culinary training, degrees, and certificates; the numerous career options available (chef, chef's assistant, pastry chef, food stylist, caterer, line cook, restaurant publicist/general manager, Sommelier, menu creator, food writer, consultant/investor, etc.) and the paths to get there; basic culinary concepts and methods; advice on finding a niche in the culinary world; culinary core competencies; food safety and proper food handling; real-life descriptions of what to expect on the job; and how to land a great culinary job.</p> <ul> <li>Expert guidance on cooking up your career plan to enter the food service industry</li> <li>Tips and advice on what to study to get you where you're headed</li> <li>Packed with information on the many career options in the culinary field</li> </ul> <p><i>Culinary Careers For Dummies</i> is a one-stop reference for anyone who is interested in finding a career in this growing and lucrative field.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><b>What you need to know to find your path in this fast-growing industry</b> <p>Ever dream of exploring a career in culinary arts or cooking but don't know where to begin? <i>Culinary Careers For Dummies</i> is the perfect book for you! Packed with advice on selecting a culinary school and gaining on-the-job experience, it offers up-to-the-minute information on everything culinary novices need to enter and excel in the food service industry.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Culinary Arts 101 -- get an introduction to the varieties of culinary professionals, the different types of places they work, and the pros and cons of culinary school</p> </li> <li> <p>Pick a path -- discover the many types of culinary jobs out there, from the traditional restaurant kitchen to resorts, spas, and catering companies</p> </li> <li> <p>How sweet it is -- find out about the specialty areas of the culinary field, from pastry chefs and food artisans to personal chefs and food scientists</p> </li> <li> <p>Step out of the heat -- check out non-cooking careers in the field, like food writing, photography, and styling</p> </li> <li> <p>Land that job -- create a top-notch résumé, visit restaurants, network with industry professionals, and climb the ladder</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Open the book and find: </b></p> <ul> <li> <p>What culinary professionals do</p> </li> <li> <p>Where the jobs are</p> </li> <li> <p>How to choose the right culinary school</p> </li> <li> <p>The lowdown on restaurant, wine, and many other culinary professions</p> </li> <li> <p>Culinary opportunities in hotels, spas, and resorts</p> </li> <li> <p>The difference between a chef and a cook</p> </li> <li> <p>Advice to move up the culinary ladder</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Learn to: </b></p> <ul> <li> <p>Land your dream job in the culinary field</p> </li> <li> <p>Grasp the ins and outs of culinary training, degrees, and certificates</p> </li> <li> <p>Find your niche in the food service industry</p> </li> </ul><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Michele Thomas</b> is a writing teacher and managing editor of the <i>International Culinary Institute</i>, home of the French Culinary Institute. <p><b>Annette Tomei</b> is a food and wine consultant.</p> <p><b>Tracey Vasil Biscontini</b> is the founder, president and CEO of Northeast Editing, Inc.</p>
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