Head Chef

About This Role

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Restaurant. Tasks: Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items. 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. Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions. Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods. Requisition food and kitchen supplies. Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards. Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food. Supervision: 3-4 people. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Government programs: Recognized employer. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.

What You'll Do

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

What We're Looking For

• Mid level experience
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Work conditions: Fast-paced environment, Tight deadlines, Attention to detail
• Personal suitability: Flexibility, Organized, Reliability, Team player

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