Day In The Life Of A Line Cook in Vancouver

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  • Опубліковано 21 лют 2022
  • This is what an average day looks like at a Farm to table restaurant in Vancouver. Hope you enjoy!! If you're in Vancouver, come stop by The Farmer's Apprentice!
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  • @apm2833
    @apm2833 Рік тому +66

    I know how chaotic a kitchen can be but my God how calm he is. It shows how much passion he has in his craft. Food prep, service and clean up after is a ton of work.

  • @johnmones1450
    @johnmones1450 2 роки тому +649

    That is one of those “day in the life” vlogs that is so eye opening. We’re watching someone who knows what he’s doing but it’s not like you are on automatic. I see you engaged every moment be it with the prep of the food or with your coworkers. My parents had a small restaurant and I helped them open a new location. I remember going to the restaurant with my father at 5a. He had me chopping vegetables and prepping everything, taking stock, washing dishes, clearing tables and at the end of the day cleaning and mopping before we closed. Thank God he didn’t expect me to take over the restaurant because at the end of the day this kind of business is not in my blood. I didn’t love it like my parents. And it’s too much work. 🤨

    • @RyanDeanDexton
      @RyanDeanDexton  2 роки тому +78

      Thanks for watching! Being engaged is one of the biggest challenges I find in the kitchen, gotta stay focused and keep seeking improvements!!

    • @csl9495
      @csl9495 2 роки тому +32

      Nobody loves doing this shit, its only when you get good at it, where its damn near automatic that its bearable. For instance you'd think all you have to do is prep, or all you have to do is cook... but no you have to do all that plus plate, clean, etc. Look at how he ends his vid, you'd think after the hard parts are done with he can go home, but instead there he is prepping for the next day. Until then, its the people you work with that makes or breaks it, which unfortunately in many peoples experience it isn't worth it. Also by then, the job still is chaotic, but you've kicked chaos' butt so many times that its become an addiction.

    • @jessed1586
      @jessed1586 2 роки тому +5

      Screw that! A mask all day in a hot kitchen. No way! I’ll gladly take construction.

    • @coler2277
      @coler2277 Рік тому +4

      @@maniswolftoman coming from a fellow maker (bladesmith) passion for a real craft and art is one of the most profound and best sensations of fulfillment you’ll ever have.

    • @mel...s
      @mel...s Рік тому +1

      "being engaged every moment" lol
      Editing is powerful as hell.
      U aren't even watching every moment to come up with that conclusion. He likely is on autopilot much of the time and this edited video is designed to keep u (the audience) engaged😮‍💨

  • @sushi_donut
    @sushi_donut 2 роки тому +538

    This must have taken a ton of work! Never an easy "a life in a day ____" while vlogging, but thanks for bringing us along :)

    • @RyanDeanDexton
      @RyanDeanDexton  2 роки тому +91

      I had to wait a while to be comfortable where I am at in order to film, was also quite a slow day so that made filming a lot easier! Thanks for Watching!!

    • @sushi_donut
      @sushi_donut 2 роки тому +7

      @@RyanDeanDexton I'm just sad that the octopus isn't on the menu anymore lol. Keep doing you, Ryan! Some of your camera angles were *chefskiss 😄

    • @failtolawl
      @failtolawl 2 роки тому +1

      clearly fucking not if he has time to play fucking director while on the clock.

    • @flavourbusiness3870
      @flavourbusiness3870 2 роки тому +14

      @@failtolawl don’t get jealous just cos you can’t multi task

    • @alex10991
      @alex10991 2 роки тому +11

      @@failtolawl you seem like a fulfilled, happy person

  • @sbgu377
    @sbgu377 2 роки тому +405

    This gives me a whole new appreciation of how hard your job is. The long hours, on your feet all day, the prepping, cleaning, cooking, I know you must be exhausted by the time you get home! That said, your dishes are so creative and beautiful. You bring joy to those patrons you cook for, and it makes me want to hop on a plane to Vancouver and eat at your restaurant! Skip, from Atlanta

    • @RyanDeanDexton
      @RyanDeanDexton  2 роки тому +31

      Thanks for watching Skip!

    • @RNG-999
      @RNG-999 2 роки тому +9

      Hard job? This looked like a slow day at a normal kitchen.

    • @yobraxy2197
      @yobraxy2197 2 роки тому +22

      @@RNG-999 you must be bored dawg hating for what lmao

    • @DJHermeler
      @DJHermeler 2 роки тому +17

      @@RNG-999 You're the guy that joins a conversation only for everyone to tell you they need to go home then wait 5 minutes in their cars till you leave so they can hang out in peace again.

    • @brian6391
      @brian6391 2 роки тому +3

      Man I used to be a line cook it’s not that hard it’s just routine. I worked a pontoon rental job in Florida outside on your feet all day that started at 4:30 am to 8:30 pm now that shits exhausting.

  • @yvessaulnier8986
    @yvessaulnier8986 2 роки тому +128

    Gotta be honest, as a cook who has a VERY similar daily life, this video only made me appreciate it more.

  • @dinosaurxxxx
    @dinosaurxxxx 2 роки тому +37

    Your whole day is literally work, but you seem to enjoy it! I worked at a higher end restaurant and would often work 12 hour shifts and it just wasn't for me so I quit after 4 months. I ended up finding a cooking job that's more my style and pays more, with 40 hour work weeks :D

    • @IcE-hf2ew
      @IcE-hf2ew Рік тому

      Nice to hear. Do you still work there? How is it going?

    • @davidgrg21
      @davidgrg21 Рік тому +3

      40 hrs?
      now that's a good work life balance

    • @TheMangoFruitTea
      @TheMangoFruitTea 10 місяців тому +1

      Whats the job? I’m looking to transition as well

  • @James-sh7cn
    @James-sh7cn 2 роки тому +6

    The perfect sort of video to watch when I wake up at 3:15 AM. Quiet elegance of a skilled chef.

    • @RyanDeanDexton
      @RyanDeanDexton  2 роки тому +2

      3:15 AM is dedication 😴

    • @James-sh7cn
      @James-sh7cn 2 роки тому +1

      @@RyanDeanDexton I am a good few years older than you. What would wake me 3:15 AM?🤣🤫

  • @anemkigee250
    @anemkigee250 2 роки тому +27

    My daughter is a chef in Alberta now. Her current workplace relies on her 100%, she’s the only one in the kitchen and needs to prepare a menu 8 weeks in advance! She left a chain restaurant job as manager of kitchen for her current employer! I used to be a soul chef when I was a teenager, hard work busting balls daily! Your work doesn’t go unnoticed! Good job! ❤️🇨🇦❤️ from Ontario. My son is in the health care field in Vancouver and daughter is in Fort McMurray!

  • @Sam-to6ui
    @Sam-to6ui 2 роки тому +41

    please continue doing these types of videos! they’re honestly the best!

  • @robcoulter1390
    @robcoulter1390 Рік тому +1

    As someone starting out I really appreciate the good cinematography displaying your technique. Subscribed!

  • @kdindore1990
    @kdindore1990 Рік тому +5

    The service industry is not for everyone. But I couldn't see myself doing anything else honestly. There's something just so satisfying about it. Get to work at 7am. Don't leave till 4-6pm. But you don't feel exhausted cuz it's something you love. I am a prep cook. Loved the video brother.

  • @TheAlex808
    @TheAlex808 2 роки тому +3

    I love Ryan's rawness. It's quite a refreshing feel on the internet.

  • @shaunfidler
    @shaunfidler 2 роки тому +4

    This was really fun to watch! Love to see how kitchens function. Thanks for sharing Ryan :)

  • @dickwintered
    @dickwintered 2 роки тому +5

    This was so great to watch. There's something very comforting about watching a man and his craft. Kudos Ryan.

  • @chrisosullivan6833
    @chrisosullivan6833 2 роки тому +25

    Quality content mate. Love the raw, unedited sounds of the kitchen experience.

  • @that1monk
    @that1monk 2 роки тому +21

    it makes me so happy that a good person like ryan is in our world.

  • @Law4JWL
    @Law4JWL 2 роки тому +10

    You did that all so effortlessly. Much respect for you, Ryan!

  • @wutduhhel
    @wutduhhel 2 роки тому +33

    So love these bts perspectives to the inner workings of a restaurant, especially the backend! To be in the culinary world, you have to show grit and passion for the art at the same time! Have to be in tuned to all your senses: sight, smell, taste, feel and sound! Dang, the discipline and steadfastness of a military soldier with the finesse and timing of any genre of artists.
    Filmed and edited so well. Great flow, great feel. And a greater appreciation to the service industry for feeding everyone’s craving ass ass*ss! Thanks, Ryan!

  • @jayrrees
    @jayrrees 2 роки тому +1

    Love it when you do this type of vid, actually find it very relaxing to watch after a long day at work.👍

  • @clonestarr3466
    @clonestarr3466 2 роки тому

    Passion. When you love what you do. When work isn’t work. Details . Perfection.

  • @dinisour2
    @dinisour2 2 роки тому +1

    watching the meals come together and then the plating at the end is so relaxing

  • @jedregala4378
    @jedregala4378 2 роки тому +3

    Really love this kind of videos, keeps me motivated every time i work, even if I'm not in the food industry. You're incredible mate. 👌

  • @thecookseye7383
    @thecookseye7383 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely love these videos man, love the rustic environment of this kitchen vs the last one and working in a legit farm to table restaurant with this level of execution has to be an amazing experience.

  • @lukewhitney2134
    @lukewhitney2134 2 роки тому

    Great job man! That's the thankless passion that is needed to be in this industry! You are showing what the love of the job means along with the pride put into every dish and the sense of accomplishment is the best feeling in the world!

  • @billw1318
    @billw1318 2 роки тому +17

    Dude, that was insane…Iam exhausted just watching you. It’s incredible the hard work you all do in the kitchen. You are all amazing!!

  • @Maventc
    @Maventc 2 роки тому +2

    I love your energy and how passionate you are about cooking. Please keep up the good work!

  • @ryanbarajas8741
    @ryanbarajas8741 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant work on the attention to detail, plating was on point and the menu looked great!! Looking forward to checking out more of your videos Chef

  • @BeeBee-ku1ym
    @BeeBee-ku1ym 2 роки тому +7

    Your skills are so diverse - another awesome video. Thank you I really genuinely enjoy the content you put out.

  • @farshssps7338
    @farshssps7338 2 роки тому +5

    Truly enjoyed this video. This is part of a chef's dedication that most dinners would not know or appreciate. It is like a 24/7 job. Thanks and keep up with the good work.

  • @johnpatricksayson3615
    @johnpatricksayson3615 2 роки тому +2

    This is so satisfying to watch, especially the last part -- cleaning the mess after the long day.

  • @robertescobedo7335
    @robertescobedo7335 2 роки тому

    This is the one I been waitin for! Absolutely loved this! Woot woot!

  • @avertingapathy3052
    @avertingapathy3052 6 місяців тому +1

    Impressive calm under pressure and dedication. Thank you for a bit of perspective.

  • @al-kaedennis1344
    @al-kaedennis1344 2 роки тому +1

    I rlly loved the simplicity of this video. This video also helped me escape for a bit. Keep up the work I hope you're truly appreciated.

  • @kathleenaberley8752
    @kathleenaberley8752 2 роки тому +4

    Loved this, Ryan. Thank you.
    It made me nostalgic except for being on my feet all day. Walking miles in an area no bigger than a bedroom. 😊

  • @Myst3riousA
    @Myst3riousA 2 роки тому +4

    You have such a chill vibe…. And have a passion for what you do. It shows, and that’s why I love watching your videos. Wish you the best and hope for more. 😊

  • @michaelmetcalf2715
    @michaelmetcalf2715 2 роки тому +2

    Loved the video Ryan. Very relaxing and interesting, You sure work hard at what you do. Thanks for sharing.💪💪

  • @SIMSYSV
    @SIMSYSV 2 роки тому +5

    Love it! This open my eyes how hard work as a chef is, I’m studying in a culinary school right now and your videos make me feel more passionate about this cuz I love cook I love cook for someone else it will be hard but will be a pleasure

  • @bradleyf3224
    @bradleyf3224 2 роки тому +2

    Fascinating insight- thanks for sharing 👍 Ryan, I hope you fully appreciate how far you have come & how much you have grown in these past years, you should be proud of yourself. Keep up the positive momentum 😉 WE ARE PROUD OF YOU 👍

  • @victormathos7441
    @victormathos7441 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Ryan thank you for sharing your work dinamic. You and Joe inspired me to keep on track with my professional life. Have a great weekend

  • @RataStuey
    @RataStuey Рік тому +2

    Nothing buts respect for professional cooks. People don’t realise how hard that job is. Kudos! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @berry_ysl
    @berry_ysl 2 роки тому

    I need more of those videos they are perfect. Keep up the good work bro

  • @matmax24
    @matmax24 2 роки тому +2

    man you are a warrior and brave. Thank you for sharing the reality with everyone!

  • @michaelcerrado9560
    @michaelcerrado9560 2 роки тому

    Watching your videos keeps calm and relax. Keep it up!

  • @rhyanova
    @rhyanova 2 роки тому +3

    wow, thank you for bringing us to work with you! theres no doubt that you HAVE to love what you're doing and I totally admire your ambition xx cheers

  • @dusdinallen3848
    @dusdinallen3848 2 роки тому +33

    That level of talent across multiple disciplines is really quite remarkable. Bravo Ryan!

  • @paulyao6032
    @paulyao6032 2 роки тому +1

    It's very calming watching you prepare.

  • @johnny1123
    @johnny1123 Рік тому +3

    I love this. You work incredibly hard, yet remain relaxed at the same time. This tireless work ethic and exceptional skill is why you always tip the staff!

  • @babyboypablo
    @babyboypablo 2 роки тому +2

    This was so relaxing and calming to watch 💓💓💓💓 wow the food you know how to cook is impressive!

  • @AncientAge_449
    @AncientAge_449 2 роки тому +3

    Don’t miss it at all. Cheers to all you guys out there grinding a job that doesn’t get the respect it deserves

  • @woopsnap
    @woopsnap 2 роки тому +2

    This was dope. Mad respect to you brother from one cook to another

  • @masonstewart6289
    @masonstewart6289 Рік тому +1

    I've never seen such beautiful dishes, the creativity of this kitchen team is unreal!!

  • @s.deveber7828
    @s.deveber7828 2 роки тому

    thanks for taking us along with you to work! awesome!

  • @thomaswilke6312
    @thomaswilke6312 2 роки тому +2

    It’s such hard work. I am at awe. Keep up the great work

  • @ohsweetiewhy6353
    @ohsweetiewhy6353 Рік тому +1

    I've been away from kitchen for a month now and miss it so much, ended up here. thank you.

  • @chelsflick
    @chelsflick 2 роки тому

    Loved the video! I look forward to stopping by when I am in Vancouver next!

  • @paulmangone5824
    @paulmangone5824 2 роки тому +3

    You are an incredibly talented artist! The food you created was absolutely beautiful!

  • @lemonadewithsnacks3733
    @lemonadewithsnacks3733 2 роки тому +4

    Ryan, oh my goodness that bread is everything 👑 I love your work ethic

  • @cityonfoot6023
    @cityonfoot6023 2 роки тому +3

    Very nice! Love the presentation the process from prep to service. Cool vibe as well.

  • @simplyrefinedcooking9854
    @simplyrefinedcooking9854 2 роки тому +4

    Just Subscribed to your channel. I'm a line cook and to see someone working very organized and neat puts a smile to my face. I sorta fell off with making content and honestly your videos have inspired me to get back into it. I'm really considering taking my camera into work tmrw and making one of those day in a life videos. Its awesome giving the public a glimpse of what kitchen life is like. Cheers from NYC!

  • @kyoohki
    @kyoohki 2 роки тому

    This is awesome. 😍 thanks for sharing what a day looks like for you.

  • @LMays-cu2hp
    @LMays-cu2hp 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing a cool evening at work. The dishes look really nice as you made them. Very nice!!! Continued success to you.

  • @gmsaizawl
    @gmsaizawl 2 роки тому

    geeeez such a hard work keep going ryan we are rooting for you

  • @wenam87
    @wenam87 2 роки тому +2

    This is so relaxing and asmr-ish. You work so hard. Kudos.

  • @ftlptba
    @ftlptba 2 роки тому +6

    i used to work as bartender and always was impressed from the long hours you guys in the kitchen willing to work. i arrived like 6:30-7 and my shift was over like 1-2am and you guys where there like all day. And finish at 11:00

  • @san-goya
    @san-goya 2 роки тому +1

    i mean its really honest and nice, i kinda like it idk why. you are not using like cheesy intros or even talking to the camera like other vloggers, its nice to see something simple !!

  • @Kameshwari108
    @Kameshwari108 2 роки тому +12

    Sincerely, I always wondered. at the end, it sez, "Thanks for watching." The best I can say is, "Thanks for making these videos." I worked as personal in-home chef in households in the famous Thunder Bird Heights of Rancho Mirage. So, I have much appreciation for those who work in the hard-core food service industry. Thanks again for this vlog. Very well done. Superb editing of audio and video. It flows like a beautiful river by the light of the moon.

  • @pppmanly
    @pppmanly 2 роки тому +9

    Thanks for sharing this.
    From my perspective (as someone who isn't a great cook), it seems like you really have to *love* cooking to do it as a job all day long, at least 5 days a week. It looks labour-intensive and like it requires a lot of attention to detail. I appreciate the people who cook / bake well, so I can enjoy eating it. 😀

  • @CommanderArmin
    @CommanderArmin Рік тому +1

    Ryan I enjoy hearing everything going on in the background as you film instead of playing music over it. It enhances the video for me. Keep it up 😊💛

  • @PokhrajRoy.
    @PokhrajRoy. 2 роки тому +20

    Ryan, I love your videos! Great things are coming your way 👏🏽

  • @707ridah
    @707ridah Рік тому +5

    Thank you for showing us this, Good luck znd I Wish this kid the best in this lifestyle, you put in 10-12 hrs days 50hrs or know a week. Get off work, sleep, wake up work and repeat. Hope you make it to the top cause I had that passion but after 20yrs I lost it

  • @allerton333
    @allerton333 2 роки тому +2

    LOVED this, Ryan!

  • @cupiddle9026
    @cupiddle9026 2 роки тому

    So much effort in your craft and passion omg😩💕

  • @tcraigy
    @tcraigy 2 роки тому +1

    Great job capturing the day. 😀

  • @mysvrhy
    @mysvrhy 2 роки тому +1

    A man who can cook is special.. love the video

  • @Hanc_vrbata
    @Hanc_vrbata 2 роки тому +3

    Awesome to see a professional like you at work,and the dishes look delicious. I'll be sure to stop by when I'm in the neighbourhood 😄

  • @rjcarter2904
    @rjcarter2904 2 роки тому +2

    For the love of cooking--it's such hard work. It takes a special person, an artist, to enjoy it.

  • @RemnantSoul
    @RemnantSoul 2 роки тому +3

    This was super facinating Ryan!
    I love seeing how things are made.
    Like those vids where you see Candy get made and etc. It's incredible.
    Makes me start to deep dive and look into "How did humanity learn to do all this? Who thought up these cooking processes?"
    Any chance you can do other videos showing us other dishes you make?
    Perhaps some of your own unique personal recipes and how you make/cook them?

  • @popelgruner595
    @popelgruner595 2 роки тому +10

    Can't tell you how much I relate to this. We were running a deli as our family business for about 47 years...

  • @Liam_29_T
    @Liam_29_T 2 роки тому +2

    Wow that was truly impressive! You're amazing at what you do 👏

  • @kathyjoey2000
    @kathyjoey2000 2 роки тому +1

    It's very relaxing watching a person who knows what they're doing work.

  • @manny4321
    @manny4321 2 роки тому

    This is the most soothing thing that's happened to me all year.

  • @judd442009
    @judd442009 2 роки тому +9

    Thanks for posting this video. My uncle and aunt owned a cafe and very few people realized how much work went on "behind the scenes"--even hours before the first order was submitted to the kitchen! I have tremendous respect for anyone in the culinary/restaurant business.

  • @CaryC88
    @CaryC88 2 роки тому +3

    Great video of an honest days work. Didn't realize line cooks had some much room for creativity. Thought it was just cooking the same thing again and again. Learned something!

  • @TheWeymoufGamer
    @TheWeymoufGamer 2 роки тому +3

    This type of content is 🔥 this how it really be. Love the content!

  • @TraMychael
    @TraMychael 2 роки тому

    Wonderful video Ryan!
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @joel1228
    @joel1228 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome content, and nice editing/videoing! I know time is of the essence when cooking, so it's impressive you were able to move the camera around as much as you did. Looks like you're very good at what you do.

  • @oneenonly4858
    @oneenonly4858 2 роки тому +2

    This type of video, very relaxing!!!!

  • @mymy232311
    @mymy232311 2 роки тому

    Love you video Ryan. Keep it up as a chef and youtuber!

  • @garyhinton1609
    @garyhinton1609 2 роки тому +1

    Master at work...amazing stuff Ryan

  • @alipedlow2708
    @alipedlow2708 2 роки тому

    Great job, do more of this style of videos Ryan.

  • @uwu-xl8mm
    @uwu-xl8mm 2 роки тому

    This was so relaxing to watch

  • @_gregc
    @_gregc 2 роки тому

    Boy, I do not miss this life at all! Bless you Ryan

  • @gabysantos2251
    @gabysantos2251 2 роки тому

    Amazed at everything that you do😮❤👏🏼

  • @togatampubolon5948
    @togatampubolon5948 2 роки тому

    This is the best video so far. I really like it. No, I love it.

  • @a.j.stauft1779
    @a.j.stauft1779 2 роки тому +1

    You are talented with a gift and a passion kudos my friend!!!

  • @Miratoboy
    @Miratoboy 2 роки тому +1

    dont know why but this was so calm to watch pls do more like these

  • @mwaters5134
    @mwaters5134 2 роки тому +17

    Good stuff. I like these kinds of videos --like the one that you did like this at the last place that you worked. They're fun because, as diners, they allow us to see things from different perspectives. I've watched a lot of your videos, and with these I always find myself wondering more about the food and the menus than I do about you, which for these kinds of vlogs I think is a real achievement on your part. It's not really a personality vehicle, like Anthony Bourdain's programs ultimately were. It really is about celebrating the food and the work and talent that goes into making the dishes happen. And, at the same time, there is a human aspect to it (interacting with your co-workers, receiving shipments of product, etc.) that saves it from being just a process video. Really great balance of visual and narrative content. Thanks, Ryan!

  • @roymcloud93
    @roymcloud93 Рік тому +1

    Well done mate. Idk how you did it but you brought me back to my line cook days instantly.

  • @andrew20146
    @andrew20146 2 роки тому +2

    Very cool bts video. I have a lot of respect for the amount of hard work and craft required in the culinary industry.

  • @AayamRai
    @AayamRai 2 роки тому

    loving ur video content ryan! keep it up