Chef

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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