cook

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Wedding

Budgetary responsibility

• $100,001 - $500,000

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Co-ordinate special events
• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Recruit and hire staff
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations
• Advise on menu selections
• Plan for social events and guest programs
• Plan and manage budgets
• Food preparation
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• South Indian
• Canadian
• Italian cuisine
• East Indian
• Vegetarian
• International

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management