👨‍🍳🚀How to Get More Experience as a Chef

Welcome back to yet another edition of "On The House" the newsletter that brings you ideas & opportunities hotter than a debate over pineapple on pizza at an Italian food convention

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How to Get More Experience as a Chef - It’s Not More Restaurants!

Hey there, fellow young chefs on the culinary rollercoaster of life! 🎢

Let's be real - the life of a chef can be a whirlwind, and the excitement can often wane when you find yourself stuck in a kitchen with the same old menu day in, day out. Boredom is the enemy, my friends, and when that creeps in, mistakes are bound to happen (and trust me, "no bueno" doesn't even begin to cover it).

So, what's a young chef to do when the monotony threatens to take over? Quitting and starting over might seem tempting, but it's not the most CV-friendly move, right? Well, let me introduce you to a game-changer that will turbocharge your culinary experience!

Enter the Supper Club Scene

Picture this: A world where creative dishes take center stage, and chefs relish the company of a small, intimate group of 8-12 guests, delivering not just a meal but an unforgettable storytelling experience. This, my friends, is the world of supper clubs.

In the realm of supper clubs, you'll find a delicious blend of amateur self-taught chefs and seasoned professionals. But how do you dip your toes into this culinary oasis?

It's Easier Than You Think

Just slide into their DMs and express your eagerness to help – for free! Offer to be their apprentice at their next event. Now, hold your knives – don't be too pushy. While some chefs guard their recipes like Fort Knox, we believe they're a rare breed. Most are more than happy to welcome passionate young chefs into their kitchen.

Your goal? Contribute as much as you can. This isn't just about learning; it's about building connections that can elevate your career and gaining knowledge that will leave your restaurant colleagues awestruck.

Ready to Dive In?

Still not sure where to start your supper club journey? We've got your back! Check a few supper clubs we picked for enthusiastic chefs like you to join.

Casa 21
Chef Halawa
Kouzina
ETT HEM by The Curry Bureau
Girl and The Goose
Kuv’s Secret Supper Club
Haus of Vo

Opportunity knocks, my friends – will you answer?

Welcome back to the Restaurant Reminders Series #2

In our #2 edition, we have a rematch from last week’s match (yes waiters we did not forget your side )

Dishwashers vs. Waiters

1. The Dish Dilemma: Don't channel your inner Houdini by making clean dishes disappear when waiters need them urgently. Abracadabra, not in the restaurant's vocabulary!

2. The Slip 'n' Slide: Don't turn the kitchen into a Slip 'n' Slide adventure park with wet floors. We're here to serve food, not practice our ice skating skills!

3. The Silverware Scavenger Hunt: Waiters don't have time to hunt for clean silverware like it's a treasure hunt. Avoid playing hide and seek with forks and spoons.

4. The Plate Pile-Up: Overloading dish racks? That's like trying to fit a giraffe into a Mini Cooper – it's just not going to work!

5. Soggy Surprise: Nobody likes a surprise splashdown during service. Keep those water droplets to yourself, and invest in a mop, not a water gun.

6. The Funky Dishwasher: Remember, we're working in a restaurant, not a rock band tour bus. Maintain good hygiene – we don't need an extra "aroma" in the kitchen!

7. The Kitchen Comedian: Inappropriate jokes? Save them for the comedy club. We're serving food, not stand-up routines.

8. The Sharp Surprise: Waiters don't need a surprise juggling act with sharp knives. Handle them like you're defusing a bomb, not playing hot potato.

9. Utensil Chaos: Chaos may be a ladder, but in the restaurant world, it's not a good thing. Keep those utensils organized, or you might just trigger a cutlery avalanche.

10. The Reluctant Hero: If you've got a free hand and see waiters drowning in orders, be a superhero! Don't just stand there; lend a hand. After all, we're a team, not a solo act.

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Stay sharp and keep making waves!

Weekly Angry Chef Meme