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Chef/Cook

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Industry

Retail trade, accommodation, and food services

What is a Chef/Cook?

Chefs plan and organise the preparation and cooking of food in dining and catering establishments

How much does a Chef/Cook get paid?

Approximately $1,000 per week ($52,000 annually)

What tasks does a Chef/Cook do?

• Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff
• Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
• Preparing and cook food
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• May select and train staff
• May freeze and preserve foods

Where can I study to be a Chef/Cook on the Gold Coast?

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (TAFE Queensland)
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (TAFE Queensland)

Where could I work on the Gold Coast?

• The Fish House
• Good Mix Superfoods
• Southport Sharks
• Star Entertainment Group
• Mantra Group
• Sheraton Mirage

Job Demand: High