Chefs and Head Cooks

Prepare food, and direct the work of other cooks.

Chefs and Head Cooks prepare food such as salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, or desserts. They may plan and price menu items. They may order supplies or keep accounts. They may also supervise the work of other cooks.

Wages	$24.72 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Excellent
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef Culinary Arts/Chef Training Culinary Science/Culinology Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
On the Job	Work Activities Train food preparation or food service personnel. Create new recipes or food presentations. Plan menu options. Determine prices for menu items. Estimate supplies, ingredients, or staff requirements for food preparation activities. Plan special events. Coordinate activities of food service staff. Coordinate timing of food production activities. Manage food service operations or parts of operations. Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
Career Pathways	Restaurants and Food and Beverage Services
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