Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
Estimate labour costs
Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
Analyze operating costs and other data
Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
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
Requisition food and kitchen supplies
Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
Recruit and hire staff
Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
Leading/instructing individuals
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Attention to detail
Personal suitability
Flexibility
Organized
Team player
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Support for newcomers and refugees
Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Support for youths
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Support for Indigenous people
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Supports for visible minorities
Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
