Culinary Arts 1

You are the manager and are already short 1 dishwasher tonight.  The other scheduled dishwasher calls in sick.  It will be a busy Friday night, so how will you handle the situation?

Culinary Arts 1

It is often said that leaders are born that way.  Do you agree with that thought?  Explain your opinion about how leaders are made and what makes an effective leader.

Culinary Arts 1

Describe an experience you had when you were in the minority (outnumbered with an idea, opinion, etc) and how you reacted to that situation.  The experience could be cultural, ethnic, generational, or any other type of situation.  What assumptions did you bring into the situation? How did you feel when you were there? Did you experience any obstacles to communication? If so, what were they?  Were they overcome? What was the lasting impression you took from this situation and experience?

Culinary Arts 2

A chef has many decisions to make when purchasing goods. Describe a few things that would affect your buying decisions if you are in charge of purchasing and inventory for a restaurant.

Culinary Arts 1

Many different things motivate people in life to do things.  Tell a little about what motivates you to achieve something; as well as what motivates you not to do something.  Managers (and teachers) are always looking for ways to motivate employees (students) to do their best.