Cooking is a far more difficult job than chefs get credit for. That’s one of the reasons many of them are unsatisfied in their positions and don’t feel like it’s worth climbing the ladder. However, with some positive encouragement even they could embrace the career.

This insightful article explores three types of chefs: those who love everything about food and derive a sense of accomplishment from each dish they create, those who do their job well but don’t consider personal growth, and those who feel trapped and discontent. Which one are you?

Read the full article here: That Fork in the Road – To Be a Cook or What?

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Dim sum is a traditional dining style that dates back hundreds of years, but it’s catching on in a big way as diners seek unique restaurant experiences. With small plates customers choose themselves, dim sum allows adventurous diners a chance to try new flavors practically risk-free.

The dining style is also very social and casual, for both customers and staff. In the back of house there’s less rush since chefs can prepare dishes at their own pace and timing courses is unnecessary. The food is simply served when it’s ready.

Dim sum is trending globally, with a variety of different foods offered in the style, including American cuisine. Is dim sum a style worth considering at your restaurant?

Read the full article here: Menu Moves: Dim sum dovetails with current dining trends

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Competition is likely to increase over the next decade as the food service landscape changes. This article from QSR Web offers several tips on how to adapt and roll with consumer demands for transparency, technology, healthy food, and new ways to experience it all.

With an expected $2 trillion in annual sales by 2025, market growth isn’t likely to slow any time soon!

Read the full article here: Technomic: Food industry will hit $2 trillion by 2025

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