I see myself as Pastry Sous Chef for an establishment in Las Vegas within the next five years. My ideal job would be a position which allows me to provide for myself and live comfortably, where I fit in with the company environment, and which will help me grow and gain experience for the future.
I want to work in Las Vegas, Nevada because I want to live near my family at this point in my life. Additionally, my ideal job would need to meet at least some, if not most, of my job criteria regarding pay, benefits, and environment. For me, an ideal pay rate, at this point is one in which I can pay all of my bills comfortably with some left over for savings. By my estimation, this means I need to aim for a job that pays around $12.00 an hour as a starting wage. I would prefer a job which includes tangible benefits such as medical, dental, and a 401k. I would also …show more content…
I see both of these companies as good starting points with potential for advancement. I would say that Maggiano’s would fall more into the casual dining segment of the industry, while Grand Lux fits more into the upscale-casual dining segment. On their website, Grand Lux Café lists their equivalent of a mission statement as their ‘inspiration’ which is, “A world of food awaits at Grand Lux Cafe, where internationally inspired cuisine is served in an elegant but relaxed setting…Blending the grandeur and luxury of European cafes with the sensibilities and spirit of an all-American restaurant, the upscale-casual eatery offers guests a unique dining experience from cuisine to décor” (Our Story). The job that I am looking at starting with for this company is ‘Dessert Pastry Prep’, which has a list of requirements. These requirements are as follows: “
• 6 months restaurant experience preferred.
• Ability to work positively in a fast-paced