Senior Chef

Description

Manages and oversees the operation of kitchens in a dining or other food service establishment.

Description

Manage and oversee the operation of kitchens in dining and other food service establishments.

Tasks include

• Develops and monitors kitchen budgets, considering labour, ingredient and equipment costs
• Designs and plans menus based on seasonal trends, customer preferences and costs
• Oversees the recruitment, development and training of Chefs and other kitchen staff
• Assigns tasks and responsibilities to Chefs and Cooks
• Oversees the preparation and presentation of dishes
• Uses and teaches advanced culinary skills and techniques required to prepare menu pieces
• Inspects ingredients and dishes to ensure quality standards are met
• Enforces strict adherence to health and safety regulations in the kitchen