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Chefs  (NOC 6241)
Prince Edward Island
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

This unit group includes various types of chefs who plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities and who prepare and cook meals and specialty foods. They are employed in restaurants, hotels, hospitals and other health care institutions, central food commissaries, clubs and similar establishments, and on ships.

chef, chef de cuisine, chef de partie, corporate chef, executive chef, executive sous-chef, head chef, master chef, pastry chef, saucier, sous-chef, specialist chef.

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Executive chefs perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants in an establishment, restaurant chains, hospitals or other establishments with food services
  • Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
  • Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
  • Estimate food requirements and may estimate food and labour costs
  • Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
  • Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
  • Recruit and hire staff
  • May prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions.
Sous-chefs perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
  • May plan menus and requisition food and kitchen supplies
  • May prepare and cook meals or specialty foods.
Chefs and specialist chefs perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Prepare and cook complete meals or specialty foods, such as pastries, sauces, soups, salads, vegetables and meat, poultry and fish dishes, and create decorative food displays for special events such as banquets
  • Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • Create new recipes
  • Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
  • May plan menus
  • May requisition food and kitchen supplies.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Charlottetown, Summerside, Alberton, Cornwall, Kensington, Montague, Souris, Stratford

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Education & Job Requirements for Chefs in Prince Edward Island

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Local Employment Requirements

Completion of secondary school is usually required. Completion of a three-year cook's apprenticeship program, formal training abroad, or equivalent training and experience are required. In addition, all chefs require several years of work experience.

Trade certification is available but voluntary in P.E.I. To be eligible for trade certification as a cook new entrants require Grade 12, or equivalent, plus completion of a three-year apprenticeship program. Application for trade certification is also available to those who have worked in the trade for 4 years out of the last 10, and who have some high school, college or industry courses in cooking. Interprovincial trade certification (Red Seal) is also available to qualified cooks and allows for interprovincial mobility.

[Report Publication Date: 2011-10-06 |  Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

Skills Requirements

There are often specific abilities, aptitudes and knowledge that are prerequisites to obtain employment in an occupation.

Most employers who advertise are looking for workers who have the following experience and skills:

Experience:
1-5 years

Specific Skills:
Ensure quality of food and portion control. Prepare and cook meals and specialty foods including dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities.

Additional Skills:
Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.

Essential Skills:
Oral communication, working with others, problem solving, decision making and job task planning and organizing.

[Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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Local Training

Holland College:

The Culinary Arts program provides students with the practical skills and knowledge they require to enter the culinary profession as well-trained cooks. It is a two year program offered in Charlottetown.

The Applied Degree in Culinary Operations prepares cooks and culinarians with additional skills required to advance their careers into supervisory roles.

In addition, Holland College has an articulation agreement with UPEI. Graduates of the Culinary Arts program can receive 60 semester hours credit towards a Bachelor of Business in Tourism Hospitality degree.

For further information contact:
Holland College
140 Weymouth Street
Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4Z1
Phone: 1-800-446-5265
www.hollandcollege.com
info@hollandcollege.com

[ Report Publication Date: 2011-10-06 | Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
Information for Newcomers

Getting your language skills assessed

If you do not know what your English or French language level is, visit one of the Language Assessment Centres across Canada. They will assess your language level and direct you to the appropriate language training program.

[ Source: Citizenship and Immigration Canada ]
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