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Cooking Career Specialties


Chef Specialties

Even when the culinary field has many options, all of them mean hard work such as being stand up for long hours; however the rewards are compensable because you will surrounded by a paced and exciting environment, where your imagination will take place.

Due to this field are big enough, you will find your own position that fits you best, depending on your responsibilities and personal talents. Some of working places, besides restaurants, are private homes, cafeterias, resorts, catering companies, hotels, cruise ships, hospitals, etc.

In addition, according to the position your tasks and knowledge could vary, however there are many shared responsibilities and duties, such as:
     Arrange the food ingredients, kitchen equipment, materials, and supplies.
     Prepare ordered food.
     Decorate the more important food with something that enhances its flavor or appearance.
     Maintain clean and organized the work areas.
     Make records and updates of inventories.

CHOOSING A CULINARY SPECIALTY

Master Chef
 Executive Chef
 Chef de Partie
 Master Chef
Master Chef has aptitudes and capabilities in the use of ingredients, and a wide practical experience. 		 Executive Chef
Executive Chef controls the process of food preparation orientated to the artistic and creative side of cooking. 		 Chef de Partie
Chef de Partie manages a particular area for cooking a specific dishes or preparing foods in a certain way.
Personal Chef
 Sommelier
 Sous Chef
 Personal Chef
Personal Chef prepares meals for clients in their homes or cooks for parties and special occasions. 		 Sommelier
Sommelier is an expertise in all aspects of wine service and works in areas of wine procurement. 		 Sous Chef
Sous Chef is responsible for the daily productions of the kitchen and controls activities of kitchen staff.