chef

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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 food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• 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
• Order supplies and equipment
• Manage kitchen operations
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player