head chef

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

Work Setting

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of Chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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

• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Credentials

• Cook Trade Certification
• Certified chef de cuisine (CCC)
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Cook Red Seal Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and Specialization

• Cuisine specialties: Canadian

Additional Information

Transportation/Travel Information

• Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Personal Suitability

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

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Health care plan

Financial Benefits

• Gratuities
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)