So I took the job at Carlyle. The self application of the title “Chef” for me is still a little tough. I’ve always referred to myself as a “cook” because I think the Chef title is thrown around a bit too readily these days. Thanks to Food on TV everybody and his immersion circulating cousin is calling themselves one. When I call someone “Chef” there’s a lot of respect that comes with it. I hope that my work garners that respect from others, especially my peers in the kitchen. It is definitely time in my career, however, to challenge myself and step up to the role. It’s exciting starting in a new place and even more exciting to be creating new desserts. My tasting went extremely well, and I think that after working out some of the kinks, some of those items will end up on the menu. I’ve done two big parties already in my first week, and I’m already bustin’ out some cool desserts. I’m hoping to have the new menu up by the end of this week!!
Congratulations and best of luck to you. I’m looking forward to joining your journey - if only vicariously - and cheering you on along the way. The next time I’m in Portland, I’ll definitely come check in
Congratulations, brother. When do I get to sample the Celtic Brownie Explosion?
@Kate: he brought some scraps home the other day. HOLY MOTHER OF CREATURES.
Thanks for the support everybody!!! I’ll be masterbaking every day all day!!!
COngratulations! I can’t wait to see what you create and read about it…not that I miss restaurant life…ok for a split second maybe!