cook

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting:

• Restaurant
• Rural area

Tasks:

• Co-ordinate special events
• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Recruit and hire staff
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

• French
• Canadian
• International
• Gluten-free

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information:

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability:

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management