Cook :) By Haley Leech :P
What schooling do you have to do? The level of skill required of an executive chef or cook in a fine restaurant, many years of training and experience are necessary. An increasing number of chefs and cooks obtain their training through high school, post-high school vocational programs, or 2- or 4-year colleges. Chefs and cooks also may be trained in apprenticeship programs offered by professional culinary institutes, industry associations, and trade unions. The level of skill required of an executive chef or cook in a fine restaurant, many years of training and experience are necessary. An increasing number of chefs and cooks obtain their training through high school, post-high school vocational programs, or 2- or 4-year colleges. Chefs and cooks also may be trained in apprenticeship programs offered by professional culinary institutes, industry associations, and trade unions.
What Classes do i need in grade to become a cook... Grade 10 English Mathematics Science Social Studies Personal & Career Development Business Culinary Arts Hospitality & Tourism Grade 11 English Mathematics Biology Chemistry Social Studies Business & Management Food & Nutrition Culinary Arts Hospitality & Tourism Grade 12 English Mathematics Biology Chemistry Social Studies Business & Management Food & Nutrition Culinary Arts Hospitality & Tourism
What is required to be a professional cook? To become a cook, you need a keen sense of taste and smell and an interest in preparing food. The ability to work as part of a team is also important. You should be able to pay close attention to detail, follow recipes, and measure ingredients exactly. Cleanliness, of course, is a must. Prepare dishes according to recipes Clean and cut fish and meat; wash and prepare fruits and vegetables Use deep fryers, ovens, grills, and griddles to cook food Keep kitchen and cooking equipment clean May supervise kitchen workers, order supplies, and help plan menus
I LOVE COOKING :D because you get to experiment with different types of things.