chef

Additional Information

Cuisine Specialties

• Vegetarian

• Thai

• Szechuan

• East Indian

• Dim Sum

Additional Skills

• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory

• Analyze operating costs and other data

• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

• Requisition food and kitchen supplies

• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions

• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods

Work Setting

• Restaurant

Work Site Environment

• Hot

Transportation/Travel Information

• Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment

• Physically demanding

• Attention to detail

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

• Standing for extended periods

• Bending, crouching, kneeling

• Tight deadlines

Ability to Supervise

• 3-4 people

Work Location Information

• Relocation costs covered by employer

Ranks of Chefs

• Head chef

Food Specialties

• Stocks, soups and sauces

Sous-Chefs Specific Skills

• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers

Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills

• Create new recipes

• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets

• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food

• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff

Executive Chefs Specific Skills

• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards

• Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs

• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks

• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions

Personal Suitability

• Initiative

• Effective interpersonal skills

• Flexibility

• Team player

• Reliability

• Organized

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available

• Learning/training paid by employer