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Brian
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what is the easiest trade between culinary and security
I'm trying to decide between security and culinary
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Dr. Kelly Desso
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I'm going to jump in for the security side, since it doesn't seem to have as much support. It takes a certain personality and ethical requirements to excel at the position. Some hires have them, and others have trouble adapting after joining the field. The best officers I have are always willing to learn different areas of the field and will try any training program, but they will know their limits. They are often structured, are okay working all hours of the day, and take the initiative. Those who are shy, uncertain, and have issues focussing often will not excel. While higher education is not required, experienced managers can generally tell who came from policing, or a university vs. those who have not by how well they compose reports. Some need to stand in court and be able to validate actions. Areas of armed security, executive protection, etc- are different animals with higher liability.
Also, who says our feedback is not instant? In the field, an officer has words to figure out what a person needs. Their actions can trigger the person they are interacting with, either positively or negatively. If you prevented a company loss and everyone went home safely, your feedback is that.
Since it looks like you are in Washington, I am going to leave you with the requirements for security licensing in the state. https://dol.wa.gov/professional-licenses/security-guard-unarmed/resources-and-publications-security-guards
Remember that the requirements will change if you plan on moving or practicing elsewhere.
Also, who says our feedback is not instant? In the field, an officer has words to figure out what a person needs. Their actions can trigger the person they are interacting with, either positively or negatively. If you prevented a company loss and everyone went home safely, your feedback is that.
Since it looks like you are in Washington, I am going to leave you with the requirements for security licensing in the state. https://dol.wa.gov/professional-licenses/security-guard-unarmed/resources-and-publications-security-guards
Remember that the requirements will change if you plan on moving or practicing elsewhere.
Bob Kelly
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Both require abnormal hours at first. Once you become a more valuable asset, your hours will normalize. You see immediate feedback with culinary in the way people eat your food. If you see the plates come back, you know what they liked. This can be great for some and horrible for others. You’ve had experience in culinary so I would base how you feel on that.
David Umatum
Was an executive chef for 20 years currently working at carmax now started sales after covid
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I'm trying to decide between security and culinary
I am probably a little biased because my background is culinary, it really depends on you goals, culinary and cooking for people is super rewarding and when you put in the time to learn and grow in the field the money will come with experience. I have cooked for so many special events and gave customers personalized experiences and to me that is truly rewarding!
I am probably a little biased because my background is culinary, it really depends on you goals, culinary and cooking for people is super rewarding and when you put in the time to learn and grow in the field the money will come with experience. I have cooked for so many special events and gave customers personalized experiences and to me that is truly rewarding!
Michelle M.
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Hello, Brian !
It is not "easy" to the path of a successful career and if you are looking for something easy, you may want to assess exactly what you want in a job and do self-exploring for jobs that fit your criteria. There are always challenges and successes in education as you move towards whichever career you choose. Also examine why you want something to be easy. The process of learning skills and striving for a career takes time, with many good times and some hard lessons to be learned. Just the way life is.
Your first step would be to be very clear as to what your limitations are and work on breaking through those barriers. You may not find too many jobs to apply for otherwise. It will also depend on what environment you work in - a suburb, rural setting, large city.
Both culinary and security have serious demands both mentally and physically and so does any field of work you can name. It may not be a good idea to choose a career based on what you or other people think is "easy". Choose something that you are authentically drawn to, have an aptitude for and can give your all to. You don't have to decide right now. Give it some time so that you make a beneficial decision that you can stay with.
Between the two, culinary may offer you a larger income, more work, more variety and a more involved social connection. It all depends on exactly what you want to do in either field. Security covers a wide variety of careers, so you need to decide exactly what you want in the careers.
Most importantly, do not feel pressured to make a decision now. Take your time and you will be inspired for the career you are meant to be in.
It is not "easy" to the path of a successful career and if you are looking for something easy, you may want to assess exactly what you want in a job and do self-exploring for jobs that fit your criteria. There are always challenges and successes in education as you move towards whichever career you choose. Also examine why you want something to be easy. The process of learning skills and striving for a career takes time, with many good times and some hard lessons to be learned. Just the way life is.
Your first step would be to be very clear as to what your limitations are and work on breaking through those barriers. You may not find too many jobs to apply for otherwise. It will also depend on what environment you work in - a suburb, rural setting, large city.
Both culinary and security have serious demands both mentally and physically and so does any field of work you can name. It may not be a good idea to choose a career based on what you or other people think is "easy". Choose something that you are authentically drawn to, have an aptitude for and can give your all to. You don't have to decide right now. Give it some time so that you make a beneficial decision that you can stay with.
Between the two, culinary may offer you a larger income, more work, more variety and a more involved social connection. It all depends on exactly what you want to do in either field. Security covers a wide variety of careers, so you need to decide exactly what you want in the careers.
Most importantly, do not feel pressured to make a decision now. Take your time and you will be inspired for the career you are meant to be in.