Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Tasks: Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items. Estimate labour costs. Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory. Create new recipes. Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets. Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions. Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants. Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food. Leading/instructing individuals. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years.