Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- 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
- Hot
- Non-smoking

Work setting

- Restaurant
- Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

- Executive chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
- Estimate labour costs
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Analyze operating costs and other data
- 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
- Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
- 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
- Recruit and hire staff




- Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
- Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

- 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Cook Trade Certification
- Cook Red Seal Certificate
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
- Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

- Manager

Area of specialization

- Hotel and catering industry

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
- Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

- Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

- Tools

Personal suitability

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

Perks

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

- Bonus
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

- Subsidised public transportation

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