Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
Ability to Supervise
5-10 people
Security and Safety
Medical exam
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Standing for extended periods, Bending, crouching, kneeling
Work Site Environment
Non-smoking
Personal Suitability
Initiative, Dependability, Reliability, Team player, Flexibility, Excellent oral communication, Effective interpersonal skills
Additional Skills
Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory, Analyze operating costs and other data, Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions, Requisition food and kitchen supplies, Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods, Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances, Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
Ranks of Chefs
Chef
Cuisine Specialties
South Indian, East Indian, Vegetarian, Mediterranean cuisine
Food Specialties
Stocks, soups and sauces, Cold kitchen, Fish and seafood, Eggs and Dairy, Meat, poultry, and game
Work Setting
Restaurant
Executive Chefs Specific Skills
Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards, Estimate food requirements and food and labor costs, Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants, Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets, and specialty functions, Recruit and hire staff, Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs, and cooks, Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
Sous-Chefs Specific Skills
Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff, Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers
Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills
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, Create new recipes
Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.)
Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Food Safety Certificate