The Chef Is The Boss

As you know, every now and then I like to present you with thoughts about how and what we really think in professional kitchens. Sometimes, the words are words of wisdom, sometimes they are funny, and sometimes both. Sometimes, they are just hard truths. But they are always words we follow. Here are some tried and true kitchen philosophies we swear by.

The Chef is THE BOSS. Period! No ifs ands or buts. What the Chef says goes! If you argue with the Chef, good luck! You are living very dangerously if you cross the Chef.

So many people think being a chef is glamorous and easy. They don’t realize ALL the hard work, blood, sweat and lots and lots of tears it takes to make it to the top. They don’t realize that becoming a chef does NOT happen overnight. It takes years and years of hard work, and even then, most people do not make it. Only the very strong will survive.

So if you are thinking about becoming a chef, really think long and hard. There is no room for weakness in a professional kitchen. You’ve got to be tough as nails. Cooking professionally is a calling, not a job. It’s either in your blood or it isn’t.

Have a great day and make everyday great. Stay safe, stay strong and stay well. ‘Til next time.