head chef
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 Conditions and Physical Capabilities
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- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Repetitive tasks
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
Ability to Supervise
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- 3-4 people
Ranks of Chefs
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- Head chef
Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills
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- Create new recipes
- 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
- Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
Personal Suitability
- Initiative
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Excellent oral communication
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Organized
- Ability to multitask