Full-Time specialist chef
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
.
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate; Safe Food Handling certificate; Food Safety Certificate
.
Cuisine Specialties
Hungarian; European
.
Experience
5 years or more
.
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
.
Work Setting
Restaurant
.
Security and Safety
Criminal record check
.
Own Tools/Equipment
Tools; Cellular phone
.
Transportation/Travel Information
Public transportation is available
.
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines
.
Ability to Supervise
16-20 people
.
Work Location Information
Urban area
.
Ranks of Chefs
Executive chef; Chef
.
Food Specialties
Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms; Stocks, soups and sauces; Meat, poultry and game; Fish and seafood; Eggs and dairy; Cold kitchen; Bakery goods and desserts
.
Sous-Chefs Specific Skills
Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers; Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
.
Chefs and Specialist Chefs Specific Skills
Create new recipes; Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food; Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
.
Executive Chefs Specific Skills
Recruit and hire staff; 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; Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
.
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Dependability; Reliability; Organized
.