Chefs have to develop a variety of skills, ranging from hard skills related to cooking to soft skills related to working with and sometimes managing a team.
Below is a list of the top 10 most essential skills for a chef, as well as a longer list of other skills employers seek in candidates for chef jobs.
Top Chef Skills
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Not only must he or she work with the cooks in the kitchen, but he or she must also be able to work effectively with staff and management.
But for the others the essential skills are
Customer Service
Although customer service skills are most obviously necessary for the front of the house, a strong service ethic is critical for everyone on the team, including those who never see patrons. The host or hostess and the wait staff must make diners feel welcome and cared for. Managers sometimes need to calm angry customers by explaining policies or addressing problems. Line cooks and dish washers have invisible but critical roles in customer happiness and health and must take that responsibility seriously.
Physical Speed and Strength
Servers need to carry awkward and sometimes heavy loads without spilling. Dishwashers need to load and unload machines quickly without chipping plates or cutting themselves on knives. Side tasks, such as refilling salt shakers, must be done promptly and efficiently. The ability to move at a fast, steady pace, without distraction, is critical.
Safety Consciousness
Restaurants can be dangerous