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Vegan Food Trends for Summer 2020

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

You may have seen our blog post about the top food trends for 2020 at the start of the year, and one of the trends we mentioned was the rise of the plant-based diet and vegan food.  

Well, that’s a trend that has very much come into its own in 2020 and even though the country is in lockdown, we’re still seeing a rise in plant-based consumers.  

Vegan food is constantly improving and with the demand increasing, the trends are starting to emerge for the summer months. Don’t worry, this may be summer vegan food, but we won’t be saying a word about salads!  

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Use This Time to Work on Your CV

Posted on May 6, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

We all have a bit more time on our hands at the moment during this enforced downtime, but that doesn’t mean you have to get lost scrolling through Netflix. You can be using this time to do some of the jobs that get pushed to the bottom of the list in day-to-day life, like your CV.  

You may not enjoy working on your CV, but it will help you in the long-run and being able to spend a good few hours updating and improving it could be the difference in getting your dream job! 

We have a few tips and tricks to get you started on your CV journey… 

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Starting a Cooking Vlog – Where Should You Start?

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

If cooking is your passion, why not share your knowledge with other aspirational chefs and other people with the same passion?

Vlogging takes a more modern turn on the standard blog, in simple terms it’s a video blog, offering an educational aspect and entertainment for other users. The most popular platform for these is YouTube, where communities are already formed around most things.

How should you get started on your very own vlogging channel?

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Top Chef Audio Books to Listen to whilst in Isolation

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

For many of the chefs out there, you won’t be working at the moment and are probably sitting at home with little to do.

Audiobooks are a great alternative to standard reading and are just as relaxing, bringing the book to life.

Not only will these keep you entertained over the isolation period but will also inspire you to cook new and trending dishes that you can introduce to your establishment when you’re back at work.

Maybe your desire is to become a chef and you’re not quite there yet. Why not check out some of these great audiobooks to find out what it means to be a chef and the different routes you can take to get there?

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Tips for Creating the Perfect Vegan Menu

Posted on March 23, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

To some, veganism is a well-known way of life, but for many others, the concept is rather alien, and the idea of a plant-based diet seems an almost impossible feat. However, more and more people are turning to this way of eating and discovering that there is much more to being a vegan than meets the eye.

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How Could You Benefit from a Temporary Chef Job

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

The hospitality industry has always been one which offers flexibility and variety. But now, more than ever before, the benefits of becoming a temporary chef are boundless.

While temping has become more common, there is still some stigma associated with it, so we have put together this information on why temping can be so beneficial to those who work as chefs.

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Which Chef Course is Right for You?

Posted on February 26, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

So, you’ve decided you want to be a chef, but what path will you take to establish your career?

Nowadays, there are many courses available at different levels of study and in different areas of catering and cuisine.

We’re here to help you find the path to success that’s best suited for you.

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Could Chef Staging Be your Route to Success?

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

In the world of catering, there’s plenty of routes you can take to land your dream role as a chef.

We understand that the same route doesn’t fit well with everyone; some people perform better when studying for a qualification or certification, whereas some prefer a more practical learning environment.

If you’re an aspirational chef and like the sound of a practical on the job environment, then chef staging could be just what you’re looking for.

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New Year’s Resolutions For your Work

Posted on January 29, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

The New Year highlights a new beginning for your work.

Instead of fearing your New Year’s resolutions, view your goals as positives to help improve your lifestyle, especially in the workplace.

Credit Yourself

There are many learning curves that you will tackle at work, so it’s important to see this in a positive light. Understanding that everyone makes mistakes and not just you will encourage you to be easier on yourself and really enjoy your job.

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Top Food Trends for 2020

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Personnel Solutions

If you’re an aspiring chef looking to be noticed in the world of catering, then keeping up to date with the latest food trends is a great place to start.

We’ve created this blog to whip up the perfect recipe for all the latest food trend-setters.

Plant-Based Products

With the steady rise veganism and meat-free dieting, incorporating plant-based dishes will be everywhere in the New Year. You may think this trend is in the now, but it’s about to get even bigger!

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