chef
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Safe Food Handling certificate
- Food Safety Certificate
- Cook Red Seal Certificate
Cuisine Specialties
- International
- European
- Canadian
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
- Bar
Work Site Environment
- Hot
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
- Tight deadlines
Ability to Supervise
- Staff in various areas of responsibility
- 5-10 people
Work Location Information
- Rural area
- Staff accommodation available
- Willing to relocate
Food Specialties
- Stocks, soups and sauces
- Meat, poultry and game
- Fish and seafood
Sous-Chefs Specific Skills
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills
- Create new recipes
- 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
Personal Suitability
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Excellent oral communication
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Organized