The most basic formal chef education in Norway is two years mostly of theory (yes, books) and then two years working in a kitchen. If you have ambitions you ar

The most basic formal chef education in Norway is two years mostly of theory (yes, books) and then two years working in a kitchen. If you have ambitions you are now barely above the busboy on the pecking order. You can get the same accreditation if you are able to document 5 years of relevant experience and are able to pass the written exams.