head line cook

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Restaurant.

Tasks:

• 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.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets.
• 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.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Leading/instructing individuals.
• Prepare special cuts of meat ordered by customers.

Supervision:

• 3-4 people.
• 5-10 people.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Cook Trade Certification.
• Safe Food Handling certificate.
• Food Safety Certificate.

Cuisine specialties:

• Canadian.
• Mexican.

Food specialties:

• Fish and seafood.
• Meat, poultry and game.
• Stocks, soups and sauces.

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Valid driver's licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Physically demanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Leadership.
• 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?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

• Weekend.
• Overtime required.

Financial benefits:

• Bonus.

Other benefits:

• Free parking available.
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days).