head chef

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship 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 setting

• Rural area
• Hotel, motel, resort

Ranks of chefs

• Head chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cook Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Vegetarian
• Vegan

Food specialties

• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Area of work experience

• Manager

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Uniform
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Wellness program