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Navigate a career transition into the culinary industry! Uncover real-world stories, advice, and resources for individuals looking to make a transformative pivot to pursue their passion.
Pastry Chef vs. Baker: What’s the Difference?
Bakers and pastry chefs begin with a similar skill set. But each goes on to specialize in a different branch of the baking world. Discover the difference!
Geno Vento’s Story: Culinary School & Redefining Philly’s Famous Geno’s Steaks
Learn why Geno Vento, heir of Geno’s Steaks, decided a culinary education at Escoffier might be the next best step for his iconic Philly cheesesteak sandwich.
How You Can Become a Food Photographer
Learn what food photographers do, how to find clients, and the skills and gear you may need to capture stunning food photos in this guide to food photography.
Top Remote Culinary Jobs: A Brief Guide
Discover remote culinary jobs, from food photography to nutrition coaching, and learn how to turn your passion for food into a flexible career.
7 Side Hustles Great Cooks and Chefs Can Start for Extra Cash
If you’re a cook looking for extra cash, consider one of these culinary side hustles. Options include catering events, selling food products, and blogging.
How You can Become a Baker
Do you dream of becoming a baker? Find out how to get the training you may need to become a baker in this essential guide for beginners.
Culinary School Pros and Cons: How to Decide If It’s For You
Discover the pros and cons of culinary school to decide if it's right for you. Explore the potential career benefits and downsides in this helpful guide.
How to Become a Holistic Nutritionist
Considering a career as a holistic nutritionist? Explore training, certification, and career paths to get you there.
What Does a Holistic Health Practitioner Do?
Learn more about the role of holistic health practitioners and how you could build a holistic health career as a nutrition and wellness professional.
How to Become a Food Critic: A Step-By-Step Guide
Thinking about becoming a food critic? Learn more about this exciting career, and how a culinary school degree or diploma could help you break into it.
The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Home-Based Catering Business
Here are the key steps to follow to start a home-based catering business.
Is Culinary School a Waste of Money?
Debating culinary school: Is it a smart investment or a costly mistake? Weigh the pros and cons, costs, and alternatives to make an informed choice.
Learning How to Cook: A Guide for Beginners
If you want to learn how to cook, start here. Tips for practicing techniques, conversion tables, and how to take the next steps beyond beginner.
15 Culinary Careers Outside of the Kitchen
Explore how a culinary education can open doors to diverse culinary careers outside the kitchen, from food styling to nutrition.
From Desk Job to Pitmaster: A Culinary Journey with Escoffier Graduate Michael Fields
Find out how Escoffier graduate Michael Fields went from an office job in finance to a Texas barbecue pit.
The Difference Between a Professional Cook & a Chef
Curious about the main differences between a professional chef and cook? Here are the key distinctions between each of these important kitchen roles!
What Skills Do You Need to Become a Chef?
Discover the essential skills needed to become a successful chef who can excel in the culinary world.
What Is a Saucier? Roles & Responsibilities of Sauce Chefs
Dive into the unique world of a saucier chef and explore their role, career path, and responsibilities in the kitchen.
Executive Chef vs Head Chef: What Is the Difference?
Explore the difference between executive chefs and head chefs. Learn what these roles have in common, how they differ, and which you might pursue.
Can You Become a Chef Without Going to Culinary School?
The path to becoming a chef doesn’t look the same for everyone. Find out where culinary school fits in and why you don’t want to skip this important step.
What Are The Culinary Arts?
What does the term “culinary arts” mean? We’re breaking it down — from definitions to careers to education... plus, how to know if it’s right for you.
What Are the Different Chef Certifications?
Cooks and chefs can obtain numerous chef certifications. Here are some of the most popular options.
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Culinary School
Find out the essential criteria to help you evaluate and choose the right culinary school for you.
15 Careers in Hospitality Management You Can Pursue
Explore the wide variety of careers available in Hospitality Management.
How Much Education Might You Need to Become a Chef?
Do you need professional training as a chef to succeed? Explore the value of chef education and if it may be right for you.
How to Get a Job in the Hospitality Industry
Looking for jobs in hospitality? Our guide breaks down what you may need and how you might land a position.
How You Can Become a Hotel Manager
Get the steps you may need to become a hotel manager, from education to experience to certifications. Discover the types of hotels and hotel managers.
The Unlikely Leap: How an Injury Transformed a Ballet Dancer into a Culinary Artist
Discover the inspiring story of a culinary tutor who reshaped her career after a devastating injury.
“See as Much as You Can”: Chef Instructor Gregory Bonath’s Lifelong Embrace of Curiosity
With the support of family and mentors, Chef Gregory left his small town behind and embarked on a unique culinary career that has culminated at Escoffier.
How You Can Become an Event Planner
Discover how you can become an event planner, including some key steps you can take and some attributes that can help you thrive in this exciting career.
Are the Culinary Arts a Good Career Choice For You?
Discover whether your love of food could lead you to a career in the culinary arts, with inside advice from current chefs and former students.
How to Start a Meal Prep Business
Ready to start a meal prep business? Find out how this business model combines culinary artistry, personal chef services, and catering!
Is It Time for a New Restaurant Job?
It’s a big decision, but sometimes changing jobs can be right for your career. Let’s put this in perspective, and discuss how to change jobs the right way.
From Scrubs to Aprons: A Chef’s Incredible Journey from the ER to the Kitchen
Embark on Chef Dawn's remarkable odyssey, transitioning from the fast-paced world of nursing to the creative realm of a Chef Instructor.
From Military Service to Pastry: Escoffier’s Trenin Nubiru’s Unexpected Career Shift
Discover Trenin Nubiru's incredible journey from military engineer to pastry artisan.
How Long Does It Take to Finish Culinary School?
Worried you don’t have time to pursue your culinary dreams? Find out how long culinary school, pastry school, and other Escoffier programs take to complete and how many hours a week you can expect to spend on school.
How to Become a Food Influencer
Spend your days creating content and sharing it with your online audience as a foodie influencer. Here’s how to get started.
Kitchen Incubators: What They Are & Why You Might Use One
Kitchen incubators can be a way for small food businesses to access commercial kitchen equipment and business advice in one location.
How to Become a Pastry Chef
Curious about how you can turn your passion for baking into a career? Discover how to become a pastry chef, including skills and certifications!
How Long Can It Take to Become a Chef?
Passionate about cooking and want to move into the role of chef? Explore the pathway toward this profession!
