Iam fixing to go to job corp to be in culinary arts. I was Just wondering what type of place would I be working in and how much might I make just starting. And if you could give me more info as to what it might take to make more money that would be great thanks. And one more thing< do you think this might be a good career that will help me stand on my own two feet.

Anyone can cook, but to be a great chef takes PASSION.
If you are pursing this career simply for the money then you have chosen badly and need to re-evaluate your choice.

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You will come out and start as a sous chief or cook. They will be average paying jobs. Even top chief does not pay well at many small establishments.