KITCHEN ESSENTIALS

Types of Chefs

How would you describe your culinary skill level? Do you have an appetite for creating tasty masterpieces or does the thought of preparing a meal leave you stewing with frustration?

Types of Chefs

Types of Chefs
  • The Novice

    The Novice

    "I'm learning my way around the kitchen."

    Maybe you’re a budding baker or a culinary newbie, or maybe cooking isn’t even your thing (for now)—but we’ve all got to start somewhere, right? As a beginner chef, having just the essentials should suffice. You can always get more cookware and bakeware pieces as you level up.

    We Recommend
    • nonstick fry pan
    • nonstick sauté pan/chef's pan
    • stockpot/pasta pot
    • nonstick cookware set


    Shop Cookware Under $100
    Shop Cutlery Under $50

    The Novice

    "I'm learning my way around the kitchen."

    Maybe you’re a budding baker or a culinary newbie, or maybe cooking isn’t even your thing (for now)—but we’ve all got to start somewhere, right? As a beginner chef, having just the essentials should suffice. You can always get more cookware and bakeware pieces as you level up.

    We Recommend
    • nonstick fry pan
    • nonstick sauté pan/chef's pan
    • stockpot/pasta pot
    • nonstick cookware set


    Shop Cookware Under $100 Shop Cutlery Under $50
  • The Intermediate

    The Intermediate

    “I've got a few secret ingredients up my sleeve.”

    You can follow recipes and get delicious results! You may even have some dishes you’re known for. Either way, you enjoy being in the kitchen and are honing your skills on the way to being a chef.

    We Recommend
    • nonstick or stainless steel fry pan
    • nonstick or stainless steel sauté pan/chef's pan
    • stockpot/pasta pot
    • grill/griddle pan
    • cast iron
    • nonstick cookware set



    Shop Cookware $100-$200
    Shop Cutlery $100-$200

    The Intermediate

    “I've got a few secret ingredients up my sleeve.”

    You can follow recipes and get delicious results! You may even have some dishes you’re known for. Either way, you enjoy being in the kitchen and are honing your skills on the way to being a chef.

    We Recommend
    • nonstick or stainless steel fry pan
    • nonstick or stainless steel sauté pan/chef's pan
    • stockpot/pasta pot
    • grill/griddle pan
    • cast iron
    • nonstick cookware set



    Shop Cookware $100-$200 Shop Cutlery $100-$200

  • The Expert

    The Expert

    “I step up to the plate like a pro & stir things up.”

    Nothing’s too difficult for you to cook up. Whether you’re a foodie or got a natural knack for flavors, you have no problem whipping up specialty dishes or a five-course meal.

    We Recommend
    • ceramic or stainless steel fry pan
    • hard anodized or stainless steel sauté pan
    • pasta pot/stockpot
    • grill pan
    • cast iron
    • stainless steel set


    Shop Cookware $200 or More
    Shop Cutlery $200 or More

    The Expert

    “I step up to the plate like a pro & stir things up.”

    Nothing’s too difficult for you to cook up. Whether you’re a foodie or got a natural knack for flavors, you have no problem whipping up specialty dishes or a five-course meal.

    We Recommend
    • ceramic or stainless steel fry pan
    • hard anodized or stainless steel sauté pan
    • pasta pot/stockpot
    • grill pan
    • cast iron
    • stainless steel set


    Shop Cookware $200 or More Shop Cutlery $200 or More