Chef

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Being a chef never seems like a job, it becomes a true passion.

Gordon Ramsay
Chef

In A Nutshell

I create recipes using ingredients I choose from suppliers based on their quality and freshness.

I train my kitchen staff, and make sure the food we’re serving is high quality and delicious. 

I plan menus and make sure the kitchen is stocked with all the ingredients we need. 

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Potential Salary Range

$13.00 - 25.00 Hourly

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta AB
Alberta
British Columbia BC
British Columbia
Manitoba MB
Manitoba
New Brunswick NB
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador NL
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia NS
Nova Scotia
Nunavut NU
Nunavut
Northwest Territories NWT
Northwest Territories
Ontario ON
Ontario
Prince Edward Island PEI
Prince Edward Island
Quebec QC
Quebec
Yukon Territories YT
Yukon Territories

The kitchen is a busy and noisy place, but I love it. It’s where I get to be creative and turn fresh food from farms into tasty meals. Cooking with ingredients that come straight from the farm makes my job really special.

Workplace

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Create and test recipes and decide the best way to serve dishes
  • Plan and update menus and ingredients
  • Coordinate all the other cooks and food preparation workers in the kitchen
  • Hire and train new staff to meet the kitchen’s quality standards
  • Make sure the kitchen and its equipment are clean and ready to use
  • Talk to customers to ensure their dining experience is excellent

Education & Training

  • To become a cook, you usually need a trade certificate or something similar, along with lots of hands-on experience in the kitchen.
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Job Outlook

    • This is a competitive field filled with passionate and talented job seekers. There may be fewer job openings than there are chefs looking to fill them.
    • Extra experience or personal connections are critical to get an advantage in this industry.

Related School Subjects

Social Studies
Health Education
Career Education

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Food Cooking Eating Art Restaurant

Important Skills

Creativity & Innovation

I experiment with ingredients and recipes to create fresh, innovative dishes that highlight agricultural products and satisfy customers.

Coaching & Mentoring

I mentor kitchen staff to develop their skills and work together to deliver quality meals that showcase local and sustainable agriculture.

Verbal Communication

Clear and positive communication is key in a busy kitchen. I explain instructions, give feedback, and coordinate with my team to make sure every dish is prepared perfectly and on time.

Planning

I plan meals and manage staff carefully so the kitchen runs smoothly and delivers fresh, delicious food on time.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Creative Work
Working With A Team
Working in a Small Business
Helps Others