banquet chef

Education:

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

Work site environment:

Noisy. Hot. Non-smoking.

Work setting:

Restaurant. Hotel, motel, resort.

Ranks of chefs:

Executive 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Recruit and hire staff.
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Leading/instructing individuals.

Supervision:

5-10 people.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Cook Trade Certification.
• Cook Red Seal Certificate.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
• Food Safety Certificate.

Area of work experience:

Manager.

Area of specialization:

Hotel and catering industry.

Transportation/travel information:

Public transportation is available.

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).

Own tools/equipment:

Tools.

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?.
• 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.

Government programs:

Recognized employer.

Employment terms options:

Evening. Shift.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

Morning. Night. On call. Overtime required.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Bonus.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Other benefits:

Subsidised public transportation.