What are some Great oppertunities Culinary Arts can offer to one who wants to become a chef?

mcjuicy asked: I Would love too be a Chef. Actually it would be my calling. I love food, love too cook and I love the messy clean up. I enjoy cooking for others and seeing the smiles that food brings them, it actually feels like an accomplishment. Any advice good or bad is welcome. Give [...]

Certificates needed to become a pastry chef?

AminahM asked: I was wondering if anyone knew some certificates/lisensure needed to become a pastry chef?
Also the physical demands and usual work hours and travel.
Thanks!