Super Size Your Culinary Career
By Austin BrentleyIf you have ever seen Morgan Spurlock's documentary Super Size Me, you already know how powerful a blow his tell-all dealt to the fast-food industry. The dining landscape was forever changed when he informed the world of how unhealthy it can be to constantly eat burgers and fries on the go. But what effect will his film have on the restaurant industry as a whole? Will jobs begin to dwindle as Americans' distrust of dining establishments continues to grow?
Sometimes, a very specific warning can send shock waves through an entire industry. Just look at what the osteoarthritis drug Vioxx did to the pharmaceutical companies. Fortunately, Super Size Me's ripples did little to affect the thousands of restaurant jobs out there.
Culinary Survey Says, "No"
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, it appears that culinary jobs will continue to flourish despite the nation's growing concern over the prevalence of junk food. It seems that Spurlock's film hit its intended target with affecting the larger dining community. It's obvious that fast food now has a strong stigma in many people's minds, so traditional restaurants have begun embracing healthier alternatives to satisfy a more discerning public. It's not uncommon to find vegan and organic dishes at most locales. Culinary jobs do not appear to be in danger of disappearing anytime soon.
Restaurant Career: Now Is the Time
In an ironic culinary twist, it seems that Americans are both getting fatter and more health conscious. While this does not bode well for the dating scene, it means that restaurants will be working overtime to meet the demands of a heavier, healthier nation. What this also means is that now is the perfect time to start a culinary career. You don't need to have an extensive education to begin a culinary career, but a culinary degree can open the right doors for you.
Starting a Culinary Career
If ever there was an industry where people have to pay their dues, it would be the culinary industry. Going from busboy to head chef is not unusual in the average restaurant career. A culinary degree can help you move up the ladder quicker, so strap on your apron and get cracking.
About the AuthorA freelance writer and researcher, Austin Brentley currently lives and works in Bangkok, Thailand. His previous experience includes working for a lobbying firm in his native Washington, DC, teaching English in Japan, and working for various record and television studios in New York.
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