Group
Occupation
161631 Senior Chef
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
161631 Senior Chef
Manages and oversees the operation of kitchens in a dining or other food service establishment.
Specialisations
- Executive Chef
- Head Chef
- Sous Chef
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Develops and monitors kitchen budgets, considering labour, ingredient, and equipment costs
- Designs and plans menus based on seasonal trends, customer preferences, and costs
- Oversees the recruitment, development, and training of Chefs and other kitchen staff
- Assigns tasks and responsibilities to Chefs and Cooks
- Oversees the preparation and presentation of dishes
- Uses and teaches advanced culinary skills and techniques required to prepare menu pieces
- Inspects ingredients and dishes to ensure quality standards are met
- Enforces strict adherence to health and safety regulations in the kitchen