Job Description

Modify this Chef job description template and post to online boards and careers pages to attract qualified candidates with solid cooking skills.

Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales
Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients
Cook food in a timely manner
Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
Inform wait staff about daily specials
Ensure appealing plate presentation
Supervise Cooks and assist as needed
Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)
Monitor food stock and place orders
Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers)
• advanced knowledge of culinary
• baking and pastry techniques
• leadership skills

Education + Experience

• Qualification: Diploma