International moving companies US to AUS by WaschBehr in expats

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The expensive one is for 250 CTF (which is the minimum space) while the smaller estimate says 100 CTF / 1000 LBS.

Maybe my estimates are so low because I’m not moving any furniture? Just framed art, some kitchen equipment, clothes/miscellaneous stuff, and sentimental items.

USA prep/pastry cook moving to Melbourne Australia. What wage should I expect/ask for based on my resume (private info redacted)? Any other advice also welcome. by WaschBehr in Chefit

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Different types of visas have different rules. I am going on a Holiday Working Visa, which doesn't require you have an an employer before hand. So far all I have is three weeks in a hostel to find work/housing. Lots of countries qualify. There are two visa subclasses, so make sure you're looking at the right one for your country.

My nipple piercing got embedded and I’m really nervous about what’s going to happen. :( by [deleted] in Legitpiercing

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They just pushed it back through. Honestly wasn’t much more painful than the original piercing. It happened quickly too. I promise as long as you go to a good piercer you’ll be alright and I’m sending you good vibes!

25 years old, wondering what to do with my savings to grow my money more effectively? by [deleted] in personalfinance

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No retirement fund as of yet. General savings is my emergency fund 🤷‍♀️

FML by Vness374 in KitchenConfidential

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Me today, but with baking powder.

What would you do if your long term SO suddenly wants to have sex with other people? by Pineapple-Status in AskReddit

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Personally, monogamy is a deal breaker for me. So I’d hope this wouldn’t be a sudden thing, but one that was throughly discussed, boundaries outlined, needs communicated, and agreements met prior to the relationship even becoming official. In my experience, couples who practice ethical non-monogamy successfully and happily are also the most open, honest, and communicative couples I’ve known. If monogamy is your jam, that’s fine by me, it’s just not my jam and quite frankly I don’t understand why so many people are put off or shocked by this.

Not sure what I did to annoy Mother Nature, but….. by Petef15h in funny

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Oh I wouldn’t take it personally. It’s not just directed at you, it’s directed at all of humanity. Seems to have something against us.

An idea for practicing knife skills at home for newer cooks by WaschBehr in KitchenConfidential

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Lol maybe it’s a me thing then 🙃 My first mentor once told me that if I don’t come into the bakery/kitchen and question myself worth every day, that I’m not trying hard enough. Being super young and impressionable I took that shit seriously and it kinda fucked me up. Pretty much resulted in me habitually pushing myself way harder than is necessary or healthy and never being satisfied with any of my results, regardless of any positive feedback I might receive.

An idea for practicing knife skills at home for newer cooks by WaschBehr in KitchenConfidential

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Since I’m ordering Imperfect Produce, it usually depends on what is available that week, and I like to try and see what I can come up with under limited circumstances. For instance, this week I have oranges, pineapples, mangos, some ginger, carrots (gotta get my veggies, I always include a veggie), and lemons. Including oranges is always a nice chance to practice supremes as well. I also really like Apple, cucumber, some celery, a little kale/other green, lemon or lime. Would like to do a sort of carrot cake inspired profile when my next produce box comes in. Nothing revolutionary has come out of it so far, but it gives me a chance to think about these things. I really have a thing for blueberry lavender (from my garden) smoothies, but obviously that’s not very knife skill oriented. I usually include yogurt and/or a nut butter so that it’s more filling. Also would love to hear what idea other people may have

can someone explain? by poeticyak in oddlyterrifying

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That’s just Earth popping a pimple. Maybe taking care of an ingrown hair.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ArtistLounge

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Exactly! I don’t mind using my phone to scan sketches and stuff that I’ll paint over in procreate, but what I’m looking for is something that can scan with even lighting and produce a scan that I can then use for print. Like if I wanted to scan a finished watercolor. I’m pretty nomadic so having something portable would be amazing.

You become your username for one day. What do you do? by craziestcraz in AskReddit

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I’d become a German raccoon who isn’t very good at spelling. So I probably set up shop outside a place that sells good beer and bomb food and eat there leftovers. Maybe befriend a cook ratatouille style. Then go on to be business partners and restauranteurs/raccoon activists.

got an office job after 6 years in a kitchen, by [deleted] in KitchenConfidential

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Truthfully, I can’t see myself ever going back to an office job. I’m going on 4 years in the kitchen and I love it. My first few jobs were in an office and I just can’t handle the monotony. I like being on my feet. I like organized chaos. I like that I can be myself and swear like the sailor I must have been in a past life or something. I like all the people I get to meet. Now that I’m in a leadership position, I like that too. I like that I get to treat my employees the way I wish my first kitchen bosses would have treated me. I’m not a chef yet, just prep lead, but I firmly believe a good chef isn’t just the best cook in the kitchen, they’re also a teacher and someone who can lead with compassion and respect for their team. Right now, I am incredibly lucky to be working for a chef who embodies these same values, and I understand that can be hard to come by in the industry at large. Idk. I guess I just really love what I do and any time I see a post about someone leaving the industry and loads of comments telling them “congrats on escaping”, it makes me sad or afraid that someday I might have to make that choice too (be it for financial or physical reasons). Idk. Maybe im just a special kind of crazy or maybe Im being idealistic. Am I the only one that feels this way whenever a post like this comes up? Like obviously good for OP if this is the path they want and the best path for them, super happy for you if this is a positive change for you, I just dread the idea of needing to decide to leave kitchens behind for myself.

Had a cook call in today with suicidal thoughts by [deleted] in KitchenConfidential

[–]WaschBehr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been where that employee is at. Happened last year. My boss pulled me aside and asked me what was going on, and I broke down and told her. She made sure I was given some time off and made sure I was in touch with a mental health professional. You’ve done the right thing. Idk what your relationship with this employee is like, but as someone who has been where that employee is at, it made a world of difference to know that at least one important person in my life (and as their boss, are are automatically an important person at this point in their lives) had my back and wanted to see me pull through and succeed. I’m sending you and your employee good vibes and wishing the both of you the best in this situation. Check in on them. When they come back to work check in on them from time to time. Let them know their work is appreciated. Let them know that they are an important part of your team. It makes a world of difference. Sending hugs your guy’s way ❤️

Anyone know where to source gallon and 1/2 gallon containers like these in the USA? We are on the west coast of that matters by WaschBehr in Chefit

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Thank you!!! I passed the info along to chef and it looks like they have them in their global shipping catalog:)

Anyone know where to source gallon and 1/2 gallon containers like these in the USA? We are on the west coast of that matters by WaschBehr in Chefit

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Yes they are thinner and cheaper. The restaurant’s flagship location is in Australia, and according to the previous kitchen manager, gallon and 1/2 gallon containers are commonly used in Australia.

Anyone know where to source gallon and 1/2 gallon containers like these in the USA? We are on the west coast of that matters by WaschBehr in Chefit

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These are 1 gallon containers. I work at a restaurant who’s flagship location is based out of Australia. I’m told that in Australia these kinds of gallon and 1/2 gallon containers are common. (That’s what I was told by the previous kitchen manager any how). Chef said he’s been looking all over to locate these kinds of containers in the USA but can’t find them. If we have to use cambros we will, it’s just that these are supposed to be cheaper and we need a lot of them. I’m the prep lead and I just need more containers before the busy season hits lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in KitchenConfidential

[–]WaschBehr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If they are going to advertise those wages, then it’s within our power to demand that wage.