chef

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• Cold / refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Urban area
• Restaurant and food service

Ranks of chefs

• Chef
• Sous-chef

Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Cuisine specialties

• Vietnamese cuisine
• Vegan

Food specialties

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

Technical experience

• Sanitation and hygiene

Area of specialization

• Kitchen

Security and safety

• Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Health benefits

• Health care plan