head chef

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work Location

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

Work Site Environment

• Hot
• Non-smoking

Work Setting

• Staff accommodation provided
• Room and board provided
• Rural area
• Willing to relocate
• Camp

Ranks of Chefs

• Executive chef
• 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
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards

Supervision

Supervise 11-15 people

Credentials

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and Specialization

• Cuisine specialties: Canadian
• Area of work experience: Manager

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding

Own Tools/Equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal Suitability

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

Benefits

• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available