chef

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Restaurant

Tasks

• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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 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
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Manage kitchen operations
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• Cook (general)

Cuisine specialties

• Lebanese

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Client focus
• Judgement
• Time management

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?