specialist chef

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Tasks:

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff.
• Create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• 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.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Leading/instructing individuals.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Tight deadlines.
• Physically demanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Personal suitability:

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

Employment terms options:

• Evening.
• Shift.
• Flexible hours.
• Morning.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Employment terms options:

• Night.
• On call.
• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime required.
• Overtime available.