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Culinary Careers For Dummies

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Culinary Careers For Dummies serves as a practical guide for those interested in entering or advancing within the culinary industry. It provides insights into various career paths, from chefs and food stylists to food writers and educators. The book also includes tips on skill development, networking, and navigating the job market to help readers pursue their culinary dreams.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about food and looking to turn that passion into a fulfilling career. It provides insights into a variety of roles within the culinary industry, offering practical advice on the skills needed to succeed. Whether you're a culinary student or simply someone considering a career switch, this guide can help you navigate the diverse opportunities available in the food world.

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Culinary Careers For Dummies

The fast and easy way to find your place in the culinary field Ever dream of exploring an exciting career in culinary arts or cooking but don't know where to begin? Culinary Careers For Dummies is the perfect book for anyone who dreams of getting into the culinary profession.

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The fast and easy way to find your place in the culinary field

Ever dream of exploring an exciting career in culinary arts or cooking but don't know where to begin? Culinary Careers For Dummies 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, Culinary Careers For Dummies provides the essential information every culinary novice needs to enter and excel in the food service industry.

Packed with advice on selecting a culinary school and tips for using your degree to land your dream job, Culinary Careers For Dummies 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.

  • Expert guidance on cooking up your career plan to enter the food service industry
  • Tips and advice on what to study to get you where you're headed
  • Packed with information on the many career options in the culinary field

Culinary Careers For Dummies is a one-stop reference for anyone who is interested in finding a career in this growing and lucrative field.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118077740

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 November 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 592g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Michele Thomas is a writing teacher and managing editor of the International Culinary Institute , home of the French Culinary Institute. Annette Tomei is a food and wine consultant. Tracey Vasil Biscontini is the founder, president and CEO of Northeast Editing, Inc.

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