Roles & Responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
- interviewing, hiring, and training cooks and other kitchen staff.
- Planning and supervising tasks carried out by the food preparation staff.
- Taking responsibility for the health and safety of the food team.
- Planning food menus and ensuring that the menu is fresh and well presented.
- Keeping abreast of culinary trends and incorporating these into the menu.
- Developing recipes and determining how best to present dishes.
- Ordering food and supplies, such as kitchen equipment, and keeping an updated inventory.
- Dealing with suppliers and checking that the correct equipment has been delivered at the quoted prices.
- Checking regularly that the equipment and work areas are kept spotless.
- Keeping abreast of and complying with the latest health and safety laws and regulations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
A high school diploma or equivalent.Training at a community college, technical school, culinary arts school, or 4-year college.At least 2 years’ experience working as a head cook.Knowledge of culinary trends.A proven ability to create unique and delicious dishes.The ability to multitask and cope in a high-pressure environment.Excellent leadership and communication skills.Tell employers what skills you have
Recipes
Ability to Multitask
Forecasting
Leadership
Ingredients
Food Safety
Cooking
Interpersonal Skills
Workplace Safety
Inventory
Compliance
Communication Skills
Budgeting
Directing
Culinary Arts
Workplace Safety and Health