Head Chef

Employer

Crowsnest Pass Golf Course

Languages

English

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Rural area
• Golf course

Ranks of chefs

• Executive chef
• Head chef
• Sous-chef
• Chef de partie

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
• 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
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• 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
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Transportation/travel information

Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

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 have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Shift

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend

Financial benefits

Gratuities

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available