Entremetier
あんとるめてぃえ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Western Cuisine Chefs
Summary
In Western cuisine kitchens, the cooking role responsible for vegetables, starches, egg dishes, soups, garnishes, etc.
Description
The entremetier specializes in vegetables, starches, egg dishes, soups, and garnishes in the traditional brigade de cuisine (kitchen organization). They handle mise en place or prep work, parboiling, preparation of basic stocks and fondues, seasoning, and plating, playing a supporting role for the main dish. In modern restaurants, they may also double as other cooking positions, but broad ingredient knowledge and precise cooking techniques are required.
Future Outlook
With the growing demand for health-conscious and vegetarian menus, demand for entremetiers specializing in vegetable dishes and soups remains stable. Skills in local sourcing and food waste reduction are valued, and the market value of personnel with enhanced expertise will remain high going forward.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Good at time management / Good team player / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Catering / Contracted meals / Cooking operations / Hotel work / Restaurant work
Career Path
Commis (apprentice) → Entremetier → Sous-chef → Chef → Executive chef
Required Skills
Cooking (seasoning) / Ingredient preparation / Kitchen equipment operation / Knife skills / Plating / Soup cooking techniques
Recommended Skills
Food cost management / Ingredient knowledge / Menu development / Time management / Western cooking
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required in plating and ingredient quality control. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires long hours of standing work and handling heavy pots. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to respond quickly in time-constrained kitchen environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little complex numerical analysis; can be handled with basic measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Cooking license
- Food hygiene manager
- French cuisine skills certification
Aliases
- Entremetier
Related Jobs
- Chef
- Commis
- Pâtissier
- Saucier
- Sous-chef