Specialty Foods Chef

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Remote location
• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Ranks of chefs

• Chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• 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
• Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Filipino cuisine

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan