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Pathway: Marketing, Sales & Customer Service
Job: Chef
Job Description
Chefs prepare meals and are often responsible for directing the work of other kitchen workers, estimating food requirements, and ordering food supplies. They may also help plan meals and develop menus. Specific responsibilities vary according to the type of restaurant.
Necessary Education
High School Diploma Skills may be learned on-the-job or through various training options.
Helpful High School Courses
Mathematics, Business courses
Working Conditions
- Varies according to the age and type of kitchen facility and equipment
- Usually work in close quarters, standing for hours at a time, lifting heavy pots and kettles, and near hot ovens and grills
- Work hours may include early mornings, late evenings, holidays and weekends
Salary Range
- 2003, Delaware average annual salary,
$31,550
- 2003, Delaware average hourly wages,
$15.17
Career Ladder Information
- Earnings depend on the type of establishment, wages are usually highest in elegant restaurants and hotels
- A number of chefs (after many years of training and experience) advance to executive chef, supervisory or management positions
- In addition to culinary skills, advancement also depends on the ability to supervise less skilled workers and limit food costs
Personal Qualities and Interests
You:
- Have a keen sense of taste and smell
- Maintain personal cleanliness
- Are able to work on a team
Did you know?
- Some chefs go into business as caterers or restaurant owners and others become instructors
Additional Information
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