The Cook - The Engineer

About the Book

Pursuing a passion for food and cooking seemed far removed from the familiar routine of civil engineering practice. However, attending culinary school and testing these new skills in a restaurant, Jess Schroeder opened an exciting new chapter in his life. Balancing full-time engineering with these pursuits was a challenge, but achievable and rewarding. One might think that cooking and engineering are completely different. However, similarities do exist. The Cook-The Engineer shares perceptions about contrasts and similarities between cooking and engineering. Then, the author's personal experience attending culinary school is described, along with a behind-the-scenes account of a busy high-end restaurant. Finally, Jess includes a collection of over 70 favorite and original recipes along with anecdotes and many additional suggestions.

About the Author

Jess Schroeder, P.E. is a geotechnical engineer with over 30 years experience and both BS and MS degrees in Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. While working as an engineer, he attended the Midwest Culinary Institute and worked as a cook at the Cincinnati Reds ballpark. He lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.