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THCTT Chapter 12 - Vocabulary
Careers
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Culinary Art
10th Grade
04/22/2014

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back of the house:
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Employees who work outside the public space. Back-of-the-house positions include chefs, line cooks, pastry chefs, dishwashers, bookkeepers, storeroom clerks, purchasers, dietitians, and menu planners.
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career:
Definition
A profession or work in a particular field, such as foodservice, that individuals choose for themselves.
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certification:
Definition
Indicates that a student has demonstrated a high level of skill and has met specific performance requirements by participating in a rigorous process to become certified.
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closed questions:
Definition
closed questions: Can be answered with a simple yes or no or with a brief, factual statement
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college or trade school applications:
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These documents require education information; they may also require that applicants state the program or course of study they are applying for and ask them to complete a short essay.
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concierge:
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Employed by hotels, motels, and resorts, the concierge serves guests by helping them buy tickets to shows and events, answering questions, booking restaurant reservations, and more.
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cover letter:
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A brief letter in which an applicant introduces herself or himself to an employer.
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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA):
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An application used by the federal government to determine the total amount of financial aid for which an applicant qualifies
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job application:
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A standard form filled out by anyone who wants a job in an operation; the form helps managers to get the same types of information from every interested person.
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networking:
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Connecting with several people to build relationships that may result in career advancement, industry updates, and knowledge or career enhancements.
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mentor:
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Someone who can play the role of a wise adviser.
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open-ended questions:
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These questions encourage job applicants to talk about themselves, making them feel more comfortable and giving the interviewer important information and valuable insight about the applicant.
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portfolio:
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A collection of samples that showcase interests, talents, contributions, and studies.
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references:
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Unrelated people who know an applicant well and can provide information about that applicant.
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résumé (RE-zoo-may):
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A written summary of experience, skills, and achievements that relate to the job being sought.
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scholarship:
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A grant or financial aid award to a student for the purpose of attending college.
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stress:
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The condition or feeling that demands exceed the resources available for use.
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stress management:
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A process people use to identify what causes stress for them in the workplace as well as in their personal lives, and then to apply various strategies to minimize the effects of that stress.
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time management:
Definition
Using tools to increase a person's efficiency and productivity. To manage time effectively also means to know how to waste less time on noncritical, unimportant activities and avoidable problems.
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work study:
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Working as a student for the school to offset educational costs.
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