Personal Suitability

Initiative; Flexibility; Team player; Dependability; Reliability; Organized

Executive Chefs Specific Skills

Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards; Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs; Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions

Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills

Create new recipes; Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets; Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food; Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff

Ranks of Chefs Chef

Work Location Information Urban area

Ability to Supervise 5-10 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Transportation/Travel Information Public transportation is available

Work Site Environment Noisy; Hot; Cold/refrigerated

Work Setting Restaurant; Catering firm

Additional Skills

Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food; Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory; Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances; Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions; Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods

Cuisine Specialties Vegetarian; South Indian

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English