The French Culinary Institute

On Finding Success in the Industry

On Dedication

Josh Skenes '01, the chef-owner of San Francisco's award-winning Saison, with advice for aspiring chefs starting out in the industry.

Chef Bobby Flay, Class of 1984
Bobby Flay, a graduate of our first class in 1984, uses the techniques he learned in school every day of his career.

Bobby Flay, a graduate of our first class in 1984, uses the techniques he learn…

Culinary Words of Wisdom from Ben Pollinger
Oceana executive chef, Ben Pollinger, on the keys to success in the industry and being open to new techniques and new ideas.

Oceana executive chef, Ben Pollinger, on the keys to success in the industry an…

On Dedication
Josh Skenes '01, the chef-owner of San Francisco's award-winning Saison, with advice for aspiring chefs starting out in the industry.

Josh Skenes '01, the chef-owner of San Francisco's award-winning Saison, with a…

Bay Area Chefs: Chefs' Roundtable
In San Francisco, leading chefs—including Gary Danko, Jacques Pépin, and Martin Yan, give their thoughts on how to find success in the industry.

In San Francisco, leading chefs—including Gary Danko, Jacques Pépin, and Martin…

The Perfect Resume
David Chang '01 (Momofuku) on what he expects from new hires in terms of attitude and knowledge.

David Chang '01 (Momofuku) on what he expects from new hires in terms of attitu…

Learning from Teachers
Chocolatier and dean Jacques Torres compares his experience as as an apprentice with the learning from professional instructors.

Chocolatier and dean Jacques Torres compares his experience as as an apprentice…

Intensity and Focus
Dan Barber '94 (Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns) on the personal qualities he looks for in hiring new cooks.

Dan Barber '94 (Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns) on the personal qualiti…