Chef

Employer

PALABOK HOUSE Filipino and Chinese Cuisine

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

Hot

Work setting

Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

Chef

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• 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
• 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
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

Food Safety Certificate

Cuisine specialties

• Sushi preparation techniques
• Japanese cuisine
• Filipino cuisine

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Flexible hours

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Weekend