executive chef
No degree, certificate or diploma
5 years or more
Cuisine Specialties
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- Italian cuisine
Additional Skills
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- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies
- Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
Work Setting
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- Restaurant
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
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- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Tight deadlines
Ability to Supervise
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- 11-15 people
Work Location Information
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- Urban area
Ranks of Chefs
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- Executive chef
Food Specialties
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- Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
- Eggs and dairy
Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills
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- 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
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- Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
- 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
- Team player
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Organized….(Readmore)