"CAREER DAY" in Belize

March 9, 2022
Today was "Career Day" at the school here in Belize.  All the children were given the task to come up with something they would like to do, as they get older.  Today Romen is going as a "Chef", more specifically as a "Baker".   Many of you have followed the boys cooking adventures, and look forward to the comical pictures of cooking ciaos.  Cooking is a great way to spend time together.  mamabearcookbookseries.com

We are not professional chefs, just a grandma having fun with her grandkids.

What Does a Chef Do?

A chef is in charge of the kitchen in restaurants or other places where food is served. They watch all activity and food preparation with any staff that would assist in the kitchen. They supervise the preparation of food for its garnishing and presentation, as well as, the seasonings for a perfect taste. A chef orders food or kitchen supplies and provides cost estimates to the employer. They monitor any staff requirements and production schedules to be sure any services are delivered on time.
A chef or head cook needs to have knowledge of food preparation, production and processing. They need to have knowledge of the customer and personal service in order to achieve customer satisfaction. They need to be current on public safety and security. A chef should be skilled in monitoring, coordinating and effectively speaking to others. They need skills of time management, active listening, judgment and decision making. He or she has the ability to create an idea or new application to enhance job performance among staff or themselves.
A chef would coach and develop other staff in the kitchen to improve their skills. Because a kitchen depends on a cooperative team effort, the chef or head cook would encourage staff to have mutual respect and trust for each other. A chef or head cook can be found working in restaurants, private households, hotels, casinos or other food service places. They work a variety of hours, such as, early morning, late evenings, holidays, and weekends. This occupation is very fast-paced and normally has full-time hours. You should expect strong competition especially at upscale restaurants, casinos, or hotels because of the higher salary paid in these places.

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Cooking Makes Me Happy

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Together Romen & Mami started his presentation poster.  Additionally we got permission from the teachers, to allow Romen to bring freshly baked cookies to school as part of his school project.

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Romen's Presentation Poster
for "CAREER DAY".

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Romen's presentation included:

• Wearing his apron & chef hat.
  
• Preparing a poster board to describe what a baker is and to give other students his cookie recipe.
  
• Bring homemade cookies to school.
  

Romen's Chocolate Cookies

1-1/4 c. butter, softened
2-1/2 c. white sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. all-purpose flour
3/4 c. coco powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. Reeses peanut butter chips (or) white chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 c. finely chopped walnuts (optional)

In a small mixing bowl cream butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla together.  In a separate bowl, combine flour, coco powder, soda and salt.  Add creamed mixture to dry ingredients.  Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts, if you desire.  Put on an un-greased baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.

Today, Romen is a Baker!

Mami had to work, so Nani went to school to help Romen with his presentation. 

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It was a treat to be able to help Romen today.  His cookies were a big hit!

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Career Day - Preschool 2022

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We Miss You Jaymin!