head chef

Overview

Languages: English or French

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot

Work setting

• Staff accommodation available
• Restaurant
• Rural area
• Bar
• Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Lead and instruct individuals

Supervision

3-4 people

Credentials

• Safe Food Handling certificate

Experience and specialization

• Cuisine specialties: Canadian
• Food specialties: Bakery goods and desserts, Meat, poultry and game, Stocks, soups and sauces

Area of work experience

• Manager

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities