Full-Time chef
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Other trades certificate or diploma
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Cuisine Specialties
East Indian
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Experience
5 years or more
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Additional Skills
Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory; Analyze operating costs and other data; Requisition food and kitchen supplies; Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions; Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
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Work Setting
Restaurant; Catering firm; Cafeteria
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Transportation/Travel Information
Own transportation
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Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines
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Ability to Supervise
3-4 people
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Work Location Information
Urban area; Relocation costs covered by employer
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Ranks of Chefs
Chef
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Food Specialties
Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms; Stocks, soups and sauces; Meat, poultry and game; Fish and seafood; Eggs and dairy; Cereals, grains and pulses; Bakery goods and desserts
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Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills
Create new recipes; Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets; Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food; Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
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Executive Chefs Specific Skills
Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants; Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards; Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs; Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
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Personal Suitability
Initiative; Flexibility; Team player; Dependability; Reliability; Organized
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