Chef

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Restaurant and food service

Ranks of chefs

• Executive chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Recruit and hire staff
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks

Supervision

• More than 20 people

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Italian cuisine

Area of work experience

• Manager

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

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