Jonathan Dixon is an old man of 38 when he decides that he is tired of wandering aimlessly through life. The path before him has become clear. He wants to be a Chef and the best way to get there runs through the Culinary Institute of America. For the most part, the CIA is a place for the honing of skills and the refining of talents. Those that sign up without any practical experience in a working kitchen find it all a bit overwhelming. Being a Professional Chef is not for everyone. Beaten, Seared, and Sauced: On Becoming a Chef…