Head chef



Location

1381 Regent StreetFredericton, NB E3C 1A2



Job description


Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
  • Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
  • 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
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience
Certificates: Safe Food Handling certificate & Food Safety Certificate
Ranks of chefs: Head chef
Work setting:
  • Restaurant
  • Fast food

Cuisine specialties
  • Lebanese
  • Mediterranean cuisine