Hello! My name is Jasleen and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in CHEFS & HEAD COOKS field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be a part of my assignment.?
1. What profession did you choose? Why? 2. How many years of college did you need to go through? 3. What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 5. Were you in a college program? 6. Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 7. Did you shadow another professional in the field? 8. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? 9. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 10. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career? 11. What is your favorite part about working in the career you're currently in? 12. Is there a specific reason why you chose and enjoy this career? 13. Do you think the salary of this career should be higher? Why?
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Mrinalini’s Answer
Kim’s Answer
1 ) I decided to pursue a profession as a chef because I spent so much time in the kitchen as a child creating new recipes and meals, which led me to this career.
2)I had to go through 2-3 years to complete an associate degree and then 4 years for a bachelor’s degree
3) Before my job as a chef I worked full time at restaurants around my town. I spent most of my time cooking and testing new recipes.
4)It would be very helpful to earn a Ph.D. in Culinary Arts
5) I was in Culinary School for awhile and that truly helped me a lot during the steps to becoming a Chef.
6)No, I did not have to.
7) No, I did not.
8) During school, I took cooking classes and also took a cooking club which educated me about good nutrition, planning and preparing food, as well as reading food labels
9) I didn't have a specific subject that I struggled with in school, but I disliked English.
10) As I pursued my career, I developed my patience, teamwork, creativity, and multitasking skills.
11) My favorite aspect of my job is coming up with new recipes and seeing people try the food I've prepared.
12 ) I selected this occupation because I always wanted to work in the food sector or as a chef, and now that I am, it makes me feel pleased and proud of myself.
13) The pay for this career is excellent and average.
Hope this helps!