The text appears to be a transcript of a conversation between multiple characters. The conversation revolves around the topic of molecular gastronomy, a modern culinary technique that uses scientific principles to manipulate food.
The main character, Max Lavrov, is a former cook who has transitioned into an officer role. He expresses his disbelief that working as a waiter is easy, and criticizes the concept of pseudo cuisine. He also mentions his concern for the quality of food and the need for authenticity in cooking.
The conversation also includes references to a molecular gastronomy chef named Ekaterina Semenova, who graduated from the Paris Academy of Culinary Arts. Max Lavrov seems to be trying to hire her for his restaurant, but he expresses a preference for male cooks.
There are also references to a woman named Victoria, who seems to be a potential candidate for a job in the restaurant. Max Lavrov also mentions a man named Dmitry, who he seems to be trying to convince to hire a cook.
The conversation also includes a discussion about a woman named Kira, who seems to be a potential customer for the restaurant. Max Lavrov expresses his desire to meet her and tries to convince her to try the restaurant's molecular cuisine.
The conversation ends with Max Lavrov expressing his desire to hire a new cook and his dislike for restaurant appendages. He also mentions a new menu that includes molecular cuisine.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker, Max Lavrov, used to work as a cook but now works as an officer.
2. Max Lavrov has a negative opinion of working as a waiter.
3. Molecular gastronomy is a type of cooking that uses physical and chemical processes.
4. Ekaterina Semenova graduated from the Paris Academy of Culinary Arts with a degree in molecular gastronomy.
5. Ekaterina Semenova is a cook who specializes in molecular gastronomy.
6. The restaurant has a new menu that features molecular cuisine.
7. The menu includes dishes such as arugula spaghetti with balsamic pearls and south elite duck.
8. The restaurant's staff includes a chef from Paris.
9. The restaurant serves dishes such as scallops with beet foam and chocolate.
10. Ekaterina Semenova is a privileged cook at the restaurant.
11. The restaurant has a strict hierarchy, with a clear distinction between the boss and the staff.
12. The boss has paid for the education of one of the staff members, Marcia.
13. The staff member, Marcia, has passed an interview and is now working at the restaurant.
14. The boss has a daughter who is always by her side.
15. The restaurant's staff is not allowed to disclose certain information to outsiders.
16. The boss has a strict policy of not allowing staff to know certain information.
17. The restaurant's staff is expected to follow a strict hierarchy and chain of command.
18. The restaurant has a business meeting with a potential client.
19. The potential client is also on a date with one of the restaurant's staff members.
20. The staff member, Nikolai, met the potential client at a culinary festival a year ago.
21. The potential client does not remember Nikolai, but Nikolai remembers her.
22. The restaurant's staff is expected to be professional and courteous to clients.
23. The restaurant's menu features a variety of dishes, including some that are not typically found in a restaurant.
24. The restaurant's staff is expected to be knowledgeable about the menu and ingredients.
25. The restaurant has a policy of not allowing staff to leave during work hours.