About the role
Head chefs are responsible for the daily operations in a kitchen and for ensuring high quality of the food. They often have a solid education in cooking, such as a chef's training or equivalent experience. Head chefs lead the kitchen staff and are responsible for menu composition and cooking at an advanced level.Responsibilities
Head chefs oversee all cooking, plan menus, and create new dishes. They are responsible for purchasing ingredients, cost control, and maintaining hygiene standards. They supervise and train kitchen staff, and ensure that all dishes meet established quality requirements.Skills and tools
Head chefs must have excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various kitchen techniques. They need leadership abilities to effectively lead a team and good knowledge of food hygiene. They use a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, from knives to advanced kitchen machines. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, restaurangkök and specialkost.