Compléter How to be a chefVersion en ligne a passage of how to be a chef par Chao Guan 1 field settings completion versatility Those gain in including offer credentials out learn most allow vocational advantage combination certifications competitive apply promotions Step 1 : Complete an Education Program Chefs may receive training from trade or schools , colleges or culinary institutes . Some culinary arts programs have the of also teaching the business and management skills useful for executive chef or restaurant owner positions . Courses that students in these programs may take include nutrition , culinary techniques , butchery , pastry preparation and regional or specialty cuisine topics . Undergraduate certificates and degree programs are the common for this . Success Tip : Seek internship opportunities . Some programs internships or cooperative education programs which students can knowledge that they in the classroom in real - life . These programs can be great additions for students' resumes , as well as good opportunities to confidence in the kitchen . Step 2 : Gain Work Experience new to the culinary field will typically take entry - level kitchen positions as kitchen assistants or line cooks to gain work experience . After gaining several years of experience , they may be considered for to chef positions . Another option for an aspiring chef is an apprenticeship program . The American Culinary Federation ( ACF ) offers apprenticeship programs that typically last 2 - 3 years and potential chefs to work full - time with experienced chefs . Step 3 : Get Certified There are no state or federal mandates for chef certification , but certification can offer a advantage when job hunting . The ACF awards many levels of chef certifications , specialization certifications for pastry and personal chefs . Certification requirements vary by designation , but generally require a of education and experience , as well as of a written and practical examination . Recertification every five years is required to keep these up - to - date . Success Tip : Earn multiple certifications . Potential employers may find a chef with several different to be a particularly attractive job candidate . Earning multiple certifications shows that a chef has and can assume many roles in a kitchen environment .
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