Date of Award
Spring 5-7-2011
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Anthropology
First Advisor
Dr. Jennifer Patico
Second Advisor
Dr. Megan Sinnott
Third Advisor
Dr. Emanuela Guano
Abstract
The professional fine dining kitchen has predominately been the domain of male chefs. The purpose of this study was to look at what factors affect chefs, especially female chefs, in the development of their professional careers. I interviewed 12 professional female chefs and five male chefs in New York City and Atlanta, in various stages of their careers, in order to gain a better understanding of the difficulties faced by chefs. Through my research I learned that although women face devaluation from their male coworkers, they also face stigmatization from their female coworkers. This research provides insight into changes that need to be made in order for women to more successfully navigate the culinary industry as well as women in other male-dominated professions.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/1957671
Recommended Citation
Hansford, Emily, "The Role of Social Support Systems in the Advancement of Professional Chefs." Thesis, Georgia State University, 2011.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/1957671