Head Chef

Employer

CORA BREAKFAST & LUNCH

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Odours
• Hot

Work setting

Restaurant

Ranks of chefs

Head chef

Tasks

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
• Estimate labour costs
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• 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
• 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
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

Staff in various areas of responsibility

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

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
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

Evening

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Weekend

Other benefits

Other benefits

Support for newcomers and refugees

Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for youths

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers