Prepare foods to the specifications of the client

Prepares food before the arrival of guests

Makes adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific diet concerns

Manages other employees in the kitchen

Acts as liaison to front-of-house employees to ensure proper food service temperature

Seasons food according to recipes or company needs

Orders ingredients and spices as needed

Operates various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer

Portions, arranges, and garnishes food based on client preference

Assists other cooks during the food assembly process

Devises new recipes

Estimates expected food consumption and organises preparation

Keeps records and accounts of food purchases