Head chef
Other trades certificate or diploma
5 years or more
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- or equivalent experience
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
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- Cook Trade Certification
Cuisine Specialties
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- Cantonese 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
- 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
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- Restaurant
Security and Safety
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- Medical exam
Own Tools/Equipment
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- Cellular phone
Work Site Environment
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- Wet/damp
- Noisy
- Hot
- Non-smoking
Transportation/Travel Information
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- Own transportation
- Public transportation is available
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
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- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
Ability to Supervise
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- 3-4 people
Work Location Information
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- Urban area
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
Ranks of Chefs
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- Head chef
Food Specialties
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- Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
- Stocks, soups and sauces
- Meat, poultry and game
- Fish and seafood
- Eggs and dairy
Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills
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- Create new recipes
- 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 menus and ensure food meets quality standards
- Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
Personal Suitability
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Organized