Western Cuisine Cook
ようしょくちょうりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Western Cuisine Chefs
Summary
Specialist who masterfully uses Western cuisine techniques to handle preparation through plating of diverse menus consistently.
Description
Western cuisine cooks specialize in Western dishes like French and Italian cuisine, handling everything consistently from ingredient preparation, cooking, plating, to serving. They undertake a wide range of tasks such as menu development, ingredient ordering, cost management, guidance and training of kitchen staff, hygiene management, etc., to provide safe and delicious cuisine. They are required to have the ability to achieve both quality and efficiency while collaborating with service staff and other cooking personnel.
Future Outlook
With rising health consciousness and increasing demand for diverse international cuisines, the needs for highly specialized Western cuisine cooks are expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Creative / Highly Concentrated / Physically Fit
Work Style
Early Morning Work / Full-time / Long Hours / Part-time / Shift
Career Path
Apprentice Chef → Assistant Chef → Sous Chef → Head Chef → Owner Chef
Required Skills
Heat Control / Hygiene Management / Ingredient Preparation / Knife Skills / Sauce Cooking Techniques
Recommended Skills
Cost Management / Menu Development / PC Skills (Ordering and Inventory Management) / Staff Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of ingredient cutting and plating determines taste and appearance. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Necessary for developing new menus and devising flavor combinations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical endurance is needed for long hours of standing work and handling heavy utensils. |
| Stress Tolerance | To maintain accurate cooking even during busy periods. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because in the kitchen, rapid cooking is advanced through collaboration. |
Related Qualifications
- Cooking License
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Western Cuisine Chef
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