Head Chef
Core
Plan, direct, and supervise daily kitchen operations for a Chinese restaurant, specializing in authentic cuisine and catering.
Role type
Head Chef (Chinese Cuisine)
Builds
Dine-in meals, private functions, banquets, and catering events
Domain
Restaurant / Chinese Cuisine
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
wok cooking, sauce preparation, menu planning, recipe development, food costing, inventory management, staff leadership, scheduling, workflow oversight, food safety compliance, equipment maintenance coordination
Preferred skills
ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, quick decision-making, training and assessing staff
Technologies
Support
Responsibilities
Plan, direct, and supervise daily kitchen operations including workflow improvement and health regulation compliance. Develop, standardize, and update menus and recipes based on customer preferences and seasonal ingredients. Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of Chinese cuisine to ensure consistency in taste and quality. Estimate ingredient needs, monitor inventory, and control food waste. Track food, labour, and operating costs to support menu pricing and budget planning. Supervise, coordinate, and schedule cooks and other kitchen staff, including assigning duties and managing workflow. Train kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking methods, sanitation, and workplace safety. Order food, kitchen supplies, and equipment, negotiate pricing, and coordinate maintenance. Coordinate kitchen production for regular service, private functions, banquets, and catering events. Prepare and cook specialty Chinese dishes and customized event meals as needed.