Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Work setting
Ranks of chefs
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- 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
- Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
Supervision
Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
- Canadian
- European
- African cuisine
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
- Leadership
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
