I got offered a job!
To be honest, it didn’t come as a big surprise when I sat down with the chef-owner last week before the end of my two month stage. The chef de cuisine had told me when I made the switch to patisserie that I could ask for a permanent position if I wanted, but it all still feels a bit crazy to me. Although it seems like a no brainer, I actually had a tough time deciding whether or not I really wanted the job. The stage exceeded my expectations and I did more than I ever thought I would, but I felt like maybe there wasn’t that much more to learn. I had already taken over the pastry position completely and working by myself. I always imagined my first job to be under somebody as an assistant, being taught and formed everyday by a more experienced cook, not working alone. But life never turns out the way I imagine it to be…and usually things end up for the better. I decided to take the job because an opportunity like this doesn’t come easily. It’s really rare for a stage to turn into a job, as many places don’t want to sponsor visas for foreigners. I know I’m extremely lucky and despite all my reasonings, it seemed like a huge mistake not to take the offer. As soon as it was all decided, I felt a huge sense of relief and content. It’s not going to be an easy road, work wise and visa wise (I’ve heard that it’s nearly impossible to change a visa status to travail right now even if all the paperwork is in order), but we’ll see where it goes. I’m excited and nervous and a little bit scared, but I have a few weeks before I start again, so lots of rest and sleep is in order until then!!!
Congratulations Jessica! Wish you all the luck in your new job.
That’s fantastic Jessica! Imagine being able to live in Paris! One quick question (again)- where can I buy one of those knife kits that some students have at LCB- they sort of look like a fishing tackle box. It’s time for me to upgrade!
Congratulations! That is fantastic and you deserve it, after all of your hard work!
Fran- I believe you can get it at BHV.
Thanks! I leave for Paris in two weeks and have been practicing my fish filleting and giving my pasta-making machine a good workout!
Congrats!!! You clearly impressed everyone you were working with!
YAY CONGRATS HESS!!!! love and miss you!!!
How exciting!!! You lucky dawg…I was just thinking of you and wondering how the stage went. My work leaves a lot to be desired but more on that later. Message me! AK wants to hear from you! Oh, do you have skype?
Inn-Young- Thankss!! Miss you too!
Carrie- Yes! We need to update each other!
Congratulations Jess! That’s so exciting! I’m so happy and thrilled for you!
Congratulations Jessica!! So proud of you
Your desserts look beautiful, you’ll have to let me know where you’re working so I can stop by for a visit the next time I’m in Paris!
Congrats, Jess! Though, I wish the job was in California.