Chef

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Ability to Supervise

5-10 people

Security and Safety

Medical exam

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Standing for extended periods, Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Site Environment

Non-smoking

Personal Suitability

Initiative, Dependability, Reliability, Team player, Flexibility, Excellent oral communication, Effective interpersonal skills

Additional Skills

Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory, Analyze operating costs and other data, Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions, Requisition food and kitchen supplies, Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods, Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances, Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Ranks of Chefs

Chef

Cuisine Specialties

South Indian, East Indian, Vegetarian, Mediterranean cuisine

Food Specialties

Stocks, soups and sauces, Cold kitchen, Fish and seafood, Eggs and Dairy, Meat, poultry, and game

Work Setting

Restaurant

Executive Chefs Specific Skills

Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards, Estimate food requirements and food and labor costs, Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants, Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets, and specialty functions, Recruit and hire staff, Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs, and cooks, Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs

Sous-Chefs Specific Skills

Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff, Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers

Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills

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, Create new recipes

Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.)

Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Food Safety Certificate

More information

Job link

https://www.auntyskitchen.ca