So, you\u2019ve been thinking of exploring your options as a home cook, but aren\u2019t quite sure what you need to have on hand. Before you go packing your entire kitchen including the sink into the trunk of your car; let\u2019s explore what is actually needed and expected of you to bring as a home cook. it\u2019s best to have open communication with the clients you\u2019ll be working with. You\u2019ll want to discuss menu preferences, number of people you\u2019ll be feeding, and food allergies or preferences. Of course, it all starts with food, so once you have a menu set the first thing you\u2019ll be transporting is groceries. Having a way to transport groceries is a must. Usually this can be done with a cooler, and a few grocery bags. (Remember to follow all food safety guidelines and maintain freshness of ingredients.)<\/p>\n
The second thing you need to be aware of is the environment you\u2019ll be cooking in. Take a moment to discuss with your clients what tools they have in their kitchen and what appliances you\u2019ll be needing to use. Some cook\u2019s even have clients text photos of their kitchen appliances to make sure they are suitable for completing the tasks needed. Discuss with your clients how much space you will be needing in the refrigerator. How long you\u2019ll be in the kitchen prepping food and how much space you will need to prep. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask specific questions.<\/p>\n
Once you have an idea of your menu, your groceries, and your work space, it\u2019s time to think about tools. Most cooks bring a few personal tools along with them, such as a set of knives and a food processor. Others prefer a pressure cooker. Think carefully about the meal you\u2019re going to prepare, and as you mentally walk through the steps make a list of every tool you might be needing. If there is a tool you need that you can\u2019t complete the meal without it\u2019s best to bring it.<\/p>\n
Last but not least, be flexible. Inevitably things are going to go wrong. Ovens will cook slower or faster than expected, your clients may only own serrated knives. Their corkscrew might break before you get the wine opened. Things go wrong in every job, at every business on the planet. It\u2019s your job to keep it from ruining the meal. Be flexible, have a backup plan, and continue to communicate openly with your clients about any challenges that come up.<\/p>\n
CookinGenie can help you connect with clients who are in need of fresh home cooked food. Sign up to cook with us today & find out more about us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
So, you\u2019ve been thinking of exploring your options as a home cook, but aren\u2019t quite sure what you need to have on hand. Before you go packing your entire kitchen including the sink into the trunk of your car; let\u2019s explore what is actually needed and expected of you to bring as a home cook. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":145,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-137","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"yoast_head":"\n