head chef

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

Work Location

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work Site Environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Non-smoking

Work Setting

• Restaurant

Ranks of Chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

• Cook Trade Certification

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Medical exam

Personal Suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability