chef

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Catering firm
• Café

Ranks of chefs

• Chef
• Sous-chef

Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Cuisine specialties

• Greek
• Kosher
• Lebanese
• European
• Vegetarian
• International
• Gluten-free
• Mediterranean cuisine
• Turkish
• Halal
• Vegan

Food specialties

• Cold kitchen
• Eggs and dairy
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Shift
• Flexible hours
• Morning

Experience

• 5 years or more

Employment terms options

• Night
• On call
• To be determined
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gratuities

Long term benefits

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)