chef

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
  
  

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work setting

• Formal dining room
• Restaurant
• Urban area
• Catering firm
• Bistro
  
  

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
  
  

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• 5-10 people
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Cook Trade Certification
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate
  
  

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Cantonese cuisine
• Szechuan
• Italian cuisine
• Japanese cuisine
• Thai
• Vietnamese cuisine
• Gluten-free
  
  

Food specialties

• Eggs and dairy
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
  
  

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Uniform
• Internet access
• Cellular phone
  
  

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player