Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Ranks of chefs
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Analyze operating costs and other data
- 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
- Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
- Recruit and hire staff
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
- Leading/instructing individuals
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Safe Food Handling certificate
- Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
- Indonesian
- Thai
- Vegetarian
- Vietnamese cuisine
- Gluten-free
- Vegan
Food specialties
- Bakery goods and desserts
- Cold kitchen
- Eggs and dairy
- Fish and seafood
- Meat, poultry and game
- Stocks, soups and sauces
- Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition