Sample interview questions: Can you describe a time when you had to handle a client’s request for a dish with a specific color scheme or theme for a cooking workshop?
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Scenario: I had a client who wanted a cooking workshop focused on creating aesthetically pleasing dishes with a vibrant color scheme to impress her guests. Her theme was a tropical paradise, and she wanted the dishes to reflect the vibrant colors of the Caribbean.
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Action: I researched various tropical fruits, vegetables, and herbs and came up with several menu options that would fit the client’s color scheme and theme. The dishes included a tropical fruit salad with a rainbow of colors, a grilled fish with a vibrant salsa verde, and a colorful quinoa salad with roasted vegetables. I also suggested using edible flowers and herbs as garnish to add a touch of elegance and visual interest.
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Result: The client was delighted with the menu I created, and the cooking workshop was a great success. The participants enjoyed creating beautiful and delicious dishes and appreciated the thought I had put into the color scheme and theme. Several participants mentioned that they would try the recipes at home to impress their … Read full answer