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Curry Chat => Lets Talk Curry => Topic started by: 976bar on June 22, 2012, 05:00 PM

Title: LONDON OLYMPICS 2012 :)
Post by: 976bar on June 22, 2012, 05:00 PM: I've just collected my, "Crews Pass" for cooking Indian Cuisine at the Olympic Rowing Village, Egham, Surrey, July through September 2012 :)

Had an interview with Aramark a couple of months ago and they have taken me on for the Olympics as, "Comis Chef" cooking Indian Cuisine for the rowing athletes.

I just want to thank everyone in this forum for everything they have contributed over the years which has allowed me to develop my Indian cooking skills in order to win a position like this. What an experience this going to be :)

A big thank you to everyone :)
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Post by: curryhell on June 22, 2012, 05:15 PM: Congratulations Bob. That should be an experience. I'm sure you'll keep us up to date on any learnings you pick up along the way.
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Post by: 976bar on June 22, 2012, 05:16 PM: Thanks Dave, this is going to be exciting :)
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Post by: Stephen Lindsay on June 22, 2012, 05:19 PM: 976 that's a great opportunity - look forward to hearing how it goes!
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Post by: 976bar on June 22, 2012, 05:37 PM: Thanks Stephen, hopefully all will go well :)
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Post by: Unclebuck on June 22, 2012, 05:37 PM: good luck bob, be sure to get some pic's for us,
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Post by: 976bar on June 22, 2012, 05:41 PM: Quote from: Unclebuck on June 22, 2012, 05:37 PM
good luck bob, be sure to get some pic's for us,

They said no cameras, but I will get some, and thanks :)
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Post by: Unclebuck on June 22, 2012, 05:43 PM: incognito like it!
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Post by: Malc. on June 22, 2012, 05:45 PM: Congratulations, I am very pleased for you Bob and if I may say, well deserved too. As you say, it will be a fantastic opportunity for you, who knows where it could lead!

Best wishes,

Malc :)
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Post by: Naga on June 22, 2012, 05:48 PM: Congratulations! I'm not sure if wind assistance is allowed for the rowers, but after a few Madras or Garlic Chilli Chicken curries, thery won't have much choice in the matter! Good luck! :)
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Post by: Peripatetic Phil on June 22, 2012, 06:06 PM: Many many congratulations, Bob : I hope it all works out well for you, and that you not only enjoy the experience but are also able to take advantage of it to sharpen even further your clearly excellent culinary skills !

** Phil.
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Post by: Graeme on June 22, 2012, 09:12 PM: Bob, I hope you enjoy it.
I am sure you will have lots to talk about with your new
made friends, over a pint or two that is :)

It may blow hot and cold at time but stick with it
and enjoy it :)

Well done and good luck
Graeme.
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Post by: 976bar on June 22, 2012, 09:23 PM: Thank you to everyone for the best wishes :)

I hope to learn something from this which I can contribute back into the forum.
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Post by: ELW on June 22, 2012, 09:26 PM: Quote
I hope to learn something from this which I can contribute back into the forum.

Great stuff 976bar ;)

Regards
ELW
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Post by: martinvic on June 23, 2012, 12:57 AM: Wow, really well done indeed. 8)
Martin
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Post by: Ramirez on June 23, 2012, 10:19 AM: Very well done indeed. :)

What did the interview consist of - did you have cook a specific dish? Also, is it a part-time role - how will you manage to find the time alongside your other job (I'm assuming you're working full time somewhere)?
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Post by: 976bar on June 23, 2012, 10:31 AM: Quote from: Ramirez on June 23, 2012, 10:19 AM
Very well done indeed. :)

What did the interview consist of - did you have cook a specific dish? Also, is it a part-time role - how will you manage to find the time alongside your other job (I'm assuming you're working full time somewhere)?

I took along a Chicken Pasanda & Garlic Chili Chicken Masala for them to try, it didn't last long lol.

I am taking time out from my normal role (I'm self employed anyway) for the duration I'm needed.
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Post by: chewytikka on June 23, 2012, 12:17 PM: Congratulations Bob, are you a volunteer for the common good.

A great opportunity to hone your skills in a commercial kitchen and
interesting to hear how you scale up your home cooking up to catering levels.

Good luck, cheers Chewy.
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Post by: StoneCut on June 23, 2012, 07:01 PM: Cool stuff. Good Luck!
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Post by: Micky Tikka on June 24, 2012, 10:26 AM: well done Bob
Sounds like a fantastic opportunity
I know with the help from this forum my curry making has been transformed
so I know yours will taste fantastic
All the best
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Post by: Naga on July 20, 2012, 06:27 PM: Best of luck again for tomorrow, mate! May your chef's jacket be stained with success! :D
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Post by: Willyeckerslike on July 20, 2012, 06:51 PM: The very best of luck, should be a great experience for you 8)
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Post by: Aussie Mick on July 21, 2012, 10:20 AM: Good luck Bob. Look forward to hearing how it all went. 8)
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Post by: h4ppy-chris on July 21, 2012, 10:45 AM: Good luck Bob go get um ;)