Chef

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• 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
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Hungarian

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player