                 You are cordially invited to attend the Forty-Seventh Annual Chef’s Ball

                                            Presented by the Houston Chapter T.C.A.

                                                              The Houston Club
                                                               811 Rusk Street
                                                          Houston, Texas 77002
                                                                 713.225.1661

                                                          Saturday, July 26, 2008
                                                              Reception 6:30 pm
                                                                Dinner 7:30 pm

                                                     Dinner Dancing Raffle Auction
                                                              $85.00 per Person
                                                                  Formal Attire

                                            For Tickets: Call Cheryl Lewis (713) 532-1761

                                                     Chef’s Ball Chair Cheryl Lewis
                                  Committee Members Ben Fonbuena, Jr., C.E.C./C.C.E./A.A.C.
                                                    Bernard Urban, C.E.C./A.A.C.
                                                            Walter Kayser, A.A.C.
                                                                Otto Fehlman
                                                              George LeBlanc
                                                            Diane E. Larsen CEC

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Next Meeting Texas Chefs Association Houston Chapter of The American Culinary Federation:

Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Culinary Institute
Alain & Marie LeNotre
Tel: 713-692-0077

7070 Allensby
Hosts- Alain & Marie LeNotre

Houston, TX 77022 4pm

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Please Check New Job Openings!!!

http://houstonchefs.org/jobopenings.aspx__

____Messina Hof Winery and Resort

Bryan, Texas

Seeking Executive Restaurant Chef with 10 years experience. This position leads the culinary programs of the winery, manages all food centers, and is responsible for budgets and P&L’s. Salary plus bonuses and benefits.

Great opportunity for creativity and to be part of the fastest growing wine region in the country. Send resume to: Regenia Johnson at rjohnson@gnapartners.com and James Sweatt at Sweatt@messinahof.com.

1-800-736-9463x243

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University of Houston-Aramark is looking for a Sous Chef.
Heavy Catering-so high volume banquet experience is needed-
assisting the Executive Chef in cost control-menu building-delegating task's and labor control.

Contact info- Tammy Green 832-213-7819

Thanks

Ricardo A. Bravo
Executive Chef
Magnolia Hotel-Houston
1100 Texas Avenue 77002
Direct-281-657-2669
Cell- 713-398-7406
RBravo@MagnoliaHotels.com

Magnolia Hotels Web Site
Complete an On-Line Request for Proposal
Register for Monthly Email Specials
On-Line Application for Employment
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Job Listing from Cleverley's Newsletter (www.cleverley.com)

Champps Americana Houston Seeks Executive Kitchen Manager
Champps Houston has an immediate opening for an Executive Kitchen Manager
at the Champps Americana in Uptown Park in Houston, TX.

Champps is seeking talented, service-minded Managers who are as committed as
they are to providing absolute guest satisfaction in a fast-paced high-energy environment!

They offer extensive and flexible Front-of-House and Back-of House training.

Manager benefits are very competitive and include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability,
401(k), Stock Purchase Plan, Flex Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program,
Vacation, Holidays, Recognition Programs, 529 College Savings Plan, and Credit Union.

To view full ad visit:
www.RestaurantAndHotelJobs.com

EOE/MF/DV

For more information about the restaurant visit:
www.Champps.com
1121 Uptown Park Boulevard
Houston, Texas
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I was given your name by Cheryl Lewis in regards to potential employees; I am looking for a sous chef. My business is City View catering, one of the largest full-service, independent catering companies in Houston. I am experiencing tremendous growth and am hiring employees, most needed is a sous chef. The pay is in the $30,000 to $40,000 range with bonuses. I offer insurance, paid vacation, most nights and weekends off.

The main focus of the job is to manage and assist in food production as well as assisting me in food cost control as well as labor cost control. The sous chef will also be responsible for receiving product and overseeing the proper storage and rotation of product. Additionally, the sous chef will be responsible for the kitchen and employees in my absence. A Spanish speaking person is a plus and excellent leadership skills are a must. This position has the opportunity for advancement as the company continues to grow and expand into new markets. Potential candidates for employment can contact me by cell phone or through e-mail.

Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.

Regards,

Scott Smith

Executive Chef

City View Catering

713-223-9191 office

832-215-1933 cell.

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New Restaurant-Pan y Agua- Seeks All Positions

Pan y Agua, a new restaurant by John Moore, owner of Palazzo's, is scheduled to open on June 16th.

Pan y Agua will feature 'Latin Grill' cuisine like mesquite grilled steaks, cabrito, ceviche and tuna tartare. (no chips & salsa)

With tablecloths and candles, Pan y Agua will be THE place to take a date or to dine on special occasions.

They will be open for lunch and dinner from 11 am to 10 pm, closed on Sundays.

They are seeking qualified applicants for all positions including:

. Manager
. Chef
. Kitchen Manager
. Cooks
. Host/Hostess
. Wait Staff
. Bus staff

Manager and Chef positions have health insurance provided and will have a 5 day work week.

Wage is negotiable based upon experience.

Pan y Agua will be closed on Sundays so that staff can be with their families.

Qualified applicants may apply in person between 10 am - 4 pm or email resume to JohnPMoore@sbcglobal.net.

Pan y Agua
3215 Westheimer
Houston, TX 77098
Tel: 713.523.4500
Fax: 713.523.4505

EOE/MF/DV

Cleverley's Newsletter
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The ROCC Culinary and Hospitality Team would like to thank you for your Commitment to Excellence!!!

Please enjoy the attached pictures from “A Day of Culinary Excellence.” We look forward to seeing you all again.

Sincerely,

The ROCC Culinary and Hospitality Team

Charles M. Carroll, Executive Chef

Joe Bendy, General Manager

Maria Canlas, Executive Chef’s Assistant

Chef John Folse

Chef Peter Timmons

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Chef Santa paid a visit to the Shriners Hospitals in Houston and Galveston. We wish to thank the hospitals for letting the Houston Chapter of the Texas Chefs Association/American Culinary Federation for letting us give toys to the children this holiday season!!!. Wednesday, December 5, 2007.