The Head Chef is responsible for running the kitchen. They generally oversees all food and pastry production. They are responsible for planning budgets, chef recruitment, menus, purchasing, sanitation, general kitchen staffing and, of course, the recipes.
The Head Chef:
Manages the food preparation, cooking, and the planning of menus
Prepares budget: projects annual food and labor costs
Estimates food requirements and ensures the maintenance of quality standards
May cook food on a regular basis or only for special functions
Schedules and trains kitchen employees to ensure the food is prepared to budget and standards
Negotiates with suppliers for best price produce
Inventories food supplies and equipment and projects future needs
Ensures the kitchen adheres to the health, hygiene and sanitation laws
Head Chef Jobs salaries - it varies on many things - but on average they range from 20k - 100k per year for an expereinced Head Chef. However, it depends on the location, the reputation and many other different factors.
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