How To Become A Research Chef

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RESEARCH CHEF Overview
WOR KI N G AS A R ES EAR CH CHEF
Training and Teaching Others • Thinking Creatively •

Making Decisions and Solving Problems • Coaching and Developing Others •
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
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Deal With People Outdoors/Walking/Standing
 $42,000
Repetitive Average Salary
What Does A Research Chef Do

Chefs and head cooks oversee the daily food preparation at restaurants and other places where
food is served. They direct kitchen sta and handle any food-related concerns.
Duties
Chefs and head cooks typically do the following:
Check the freshness of food and ingredients

Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and other food preparation workers
Develop recipes and determine how to present dishes
Plan menus and ensure the quality of meals
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality
Hire, train, and supervise cooks and other food preparation workers
Order and maintain an inventory of food and supplies
Monitor sanitation practices and follow kitchen safety standards
Chefs and head cooks use a variety of kitchen and cooking equipment, including step-in coolers,
high-quality knives, meat slicers, and grinders. They also have access to large quantities of meats,
spices, and produce. Some chefs use scheduling and purchasing software to help them in their
administrative tasks.
Chefs who run their own restaurant or catering business are often busy with kitchen and o ce
work. Some chefs use social media to promote their business by advertising new menu items or
addressing customer reviews.
The following are examples of types of chefs and head cooks:
Executive chefs, head cooks, and chefs de cuisine are responsible primarily for overseeing the
operation of a kitchen. They coordinate the work of sous chefs and other cooks, who prepare
most of the meals. Executive chefs also have many duties beyond the kitchen. They design the
menu, review food and beverage purchases, and often train cooks and other food preparation
workers. Some executive chefs primarily handle administrative tasks and may spend less time in
the kitchen.
Sous chefs are a kitchen’s second-in-command. They supervise the restaurant’s cooks, prepare
meals, and report results to the head chefs. In the absence of the head chef, sous chefs run the
kitchen.
Private household chefs typically work full time for one client, such as a corporate executive,
university president, or diplomat, who regularly entertains as part of his or her o cial duties.
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How To Become A Research Chef

Most chefs and head cooks learn their skills through work experience. Others receive training at
a community college, technical school, culinary arts school, or 4-year college. A small number
learn through apprenticeship programs or in the Armed Forces.
Education
Although postsecondary education is not required for chefs and head cooks, many attend
programs at community colleges, technical schools, culinary arts schools, and 4-year colleges.
Candidates are typically required to have a high school diploma or equivalent to enter these
programs.
Students in culinary programs spend most of their time in kitchens, practicing their cooking skills.
Programs cover all aspects of kitchen work, including menu planning, food sanitation procedures,
and purchasing and inventory methods. Most training programs also require students to gain
experience in a commercial kitchen through an internship or apprenticeship program.
Work Experience in a Related Occupation
Most chefs and head cooks start working in other positions, such as line cooks, learning cooking
skills from the chefs they work for. Many spend years working in kitchens before gaining enough
experience to be promoted to chef or head cook positions.
Training
Some chefs and head cooks train on the job, where they learn the same skills as in a formal
education program. Some train in mentorship programs, where they work under the direction of
an experienced chef. Executive chefs, head cooks, and sous chefs who work in upscale
restaurants often have many years of training and experience.
Some chefs and head cooks learn through apprenticeship programs sponsored by professional
culinary institutes, industry associations, or trade unions in coordination with the U.S.
Department of Labor. Apprenticeship programs generally last 2 years and combine instructions
and on-the-job training. Apprentices must complete at least 1,000 hours of both instructions and
paid on-the-job training. Courses typically cover food sanitation and safety, basic knife skills, and
equipment operation. Apprentices spend the rest of their training learning practical skills in a
commercial kitchen under a chef's supervision.
The American Culinary Federation accredits more than 200 academic training programs at
postsecondary schools and sponsors apprenticeships around the country. The basic
quali cations required for entering an apprenticeship program are as follows:
Minimum age of 17
High school education or equivalent
Passing grade in substance abuse screening
Some chefs and head cooks receive formal training in the Armed Forces or from individual hotel
or restaurant chains.
Licenses, Certi cations, and Registrations

Although not required, certi cation can show competence and lead to advancement and higher
pay. The American Culinary Federation certi es personal chefs, in addition to various levels of
chefs, such as certi ed sous chefs or certi ed executive chefs. Certi cation standards are based
primarily on work-related experience and formal training. Minimum work experience for
certi cation can range from 6 months to 5 years, depending on the level of certi cation.
Important Qualities
Business skills. Executive chefs and chefs who run their own restaurant need to understand the
restaurant business. They should know how to budget for supplies, set prices, and manage
workers so that the restaurant is pro table.
Communication skills. Chefs must communicate their instructions clearly and e ectively to sta
so that customers’ orders are prepared correctly.
Creativity. Chefs and head cooks need to be creative in order to develop and prepare interesting
and innovative recipes. They should be able to use various ingredients to create appealing meals
for their customers.
Dexterity. Chefs and head cooks need excellent manual dexterity, including proper knife
techniques for cutting, chopping, and dicing.
Leadership skills. Chefs and head cooks must have the ability to motivate kitchen sta and
develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with them.
Physical stamina. Chefs and head cooks often work long shifts and sometimes spend entire
evenings on their feet, overseeing the preparation and serving of meals.
Sense of taste and smell. Chefs and head cooks must have a keen sense of taste and smell in
order to inspect food quality and to design meals that their customers enjoy.
Time-management skills. Chefs and head cooks must e ciently manage their time and the
time of their sta . They ensure that meals are prepared correctly and that customers are served
on time, especially during busy hours.
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Corporate Executive Chef (/corporate-executive-chef-jo… 3.9 years
Chef Manager (/chef-manager-jobs/) 3.7 years
Research Chef 3.0 years
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Unknown 4.1%
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Culinary Institute of America 28.8%
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RESEARCH CHEF Overview

WOR KI N G AS A R ES EAR CH CHEF

Training and Teaching Others • Thinking Creatively •

What Does A Research Chef Do

Check the freshness of food and ingredients

The following are examples of types of chefs and head cooks:

Licenses, Certi cations, and Registrations

Do you work as a Research Chef?

Review this Career

What are you looking for?

Aw snap, no jobs found.

R ES EAR CH CHEF CA R EER PATHS

EXECUTIVE CHEF 9 yrs

EXECUTIVE CHEF General 8 yrs

General Food Service

CORPORATE EXECUTIVE CHEF 9 yrs

CORPORATE EXECUTIVE CHEF Store Manager 7 yrs

CORPORATE EXECUTIVE CHEF Service 5 yrs

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Average Length of Employment

Chef Manager (/chef-manager-jobs/) 3.7 years

Research Chef 3.0 years

Top Careers Before Research Chef

Chef (/chef-jobs/) 13.0%

Sous Chef (/sous-chef-jobs/) 12.8%

Internship (/internship-jobs/) 5.7%

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Chef (/chef-jobs/) 16.6%

Corporate Executive Chef (/corporate-executive-chef-jo… 7.9%

Sous Chef (/sous-chef-jobs/) 6.2%

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R ES EAR CH CHEF DE MOGR APHI CS

Hispanic Or Latino 17.2%

Black Or African American 10.6%

Foreign Languages Spoken

R ES EAR CH CHEF ED UCATI ON

Kendall College 5.5%

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts 4.1%

Hospitality Management 10.3%

Food Science 9.3%

Food And Nutrition 8.4%

Certi cate 9.8%

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Chef Services Group Inc.

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