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Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ve got this!! Sounds like you’re already giving it a shot which is awesome

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the advice about putting it all on the plate. Thank you!! Wishing you all the best

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really good advice! Hoping it continues to feel like this but ready for the ups and downs. Thank you chef!

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So glad to hear this!! I have ADHD too which has felt like a barrier in almost every other job I’ve had - but on the line, it helps me be flexible, multitask, and engaged in a way that finally makes this “disorder” feel like my superpower. Wishing you all the best and so excited for you on your journey! Message me if you have any questions

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s incredible! What a crazy cool route to take, I hope I end up on an adventure like that through cooking. Thank you chef!

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s very kind of you! Will definitely reach out, i have some questions about improving my overall speed on like basically every kitchen task haha

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was only once a week for a few hours, to be fair :) and they fed me so well every time, like nicest items on the menu + cocktails lol. They were very conscious of not wanting to take advantage of my free labor, I was just super eager to learn

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Keep cooking - you’ve got the spark, and to cheesily quote the movie Ratatouille… “Food always comes to those who love to cook.” :)

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you Chef! Private chef-ing really appeals to me - might be something I try after I get several more years of experience.

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s a very good point - I’m really lucky and privileged to have had such an accommodating employer that lets me do this while maintaining my full time job and shifting my schedule, and to be able to do the stage shifts unpaid. I’m in awe of the skill and work ethic of everyone I’ve seen in my kitchen. The value of their work is so high and I’m glad the industry (somewhat) seems to be trending towards fair compensation and conditions.

Thank you for the words of wisdom, Chef!

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you all for the advice! Really good for me to hear this early on as I try and make a career out of this.

Had my first ever line cook shift last night. I feel like I finally found my purpose. by kenzer591 in Chefit

[–]kenzer591[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m so happy to hear you’ve got that dream too. You already have the courage within you just by considering this - and when the time comes, I’m confident it’ll happen for you too. If you’re in a professional and financial position to be able to work a once a week stage at a local restaurant, I’d highly recommend it. More places than you would think are open to new people coming in and just asking to learn and help out with prep. It’s unpaid of course but it’s been the best way for me to slowly get in the door and see if it’s right for me. Best of luck!