Head Chef

Employer

Earls Restaurant Grande Prairie

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Bar

Ranks of chefs

Head chef

Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• 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
• 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

Supervision

• Working groups
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

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
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend

Other benefits

Other benefits