sous-chef

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work site environment

• Wet/damp
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• 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 food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• South Indian

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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