- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
Experience 3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Noisy
Work setting
- Restaurant
Ranks of chefs
- Executive chef
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
- 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
- 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
- Leading/instructing individuals
- Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food
- Prepare budget and cost estimates
- Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage
- Establish work schedules
- Estimate ingredient and supplies required for meal preparation
- Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
- Must have knowledge of the establishment's culinary genres
Supervision
- 5-10 people
- Staff in various areas of responsibility
- Kitchen and food service helpers
- Food and beverage servers
Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
- Greek
Area of work experience
- Manager
Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Quick-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Physically demanding
- Standing for extended periods