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O*NET-SOC 35-1011.00

Chefs and Head Cooks

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.Core11129
  2. Instruct cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.Core11135
  3. Supervise or coordinate activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.Core11132
  4. Order or requisition food or other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation.Core11131
  5. Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.Core11133
  6. Check the quantity and quality of received products.Core11130
  7. Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.Core11128
  8. Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.Core11136
  9. Coordinate planning, budgeting, or purchasing for all the food operations within establishments such as clubs, hotels, or restaurant chains.Core11148
  10. Analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor, and overhead costs.Core11138
  11. Plan, direct, or supervise food preparation or cooking activities of multiple kitchens or restaurants in an establishment such as a restaurant chain, hospital, or hotel.Core11147
  12. Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.Core11134
  13. Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.Core11139
  14. Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services.Core11140
  15. Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions, such as weddings, parties, or banquets.Core11142
  16. Recruit and hire staff, such as cooks and other kitchen workers.Core11141
  17. Record production or operational data on specified forms.Core11146
  18. Meet with sales representatives to negotiate prices or order supplies.Core11144
  19. Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.Core11145
  20. Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.Core11143
  21. Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients or the likely number of customers.Core11137

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 24 examples in 14 categories, 7 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Time accounting software

  • ADP eTIME

Analytical or scientific software

  • Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro
  • GNOME Gnutrition
  • IPro Restaurant Inventory, Recipe & Menu Software
  • Nutrition analysis software

Data base user interface and query software

  • Barrington Software CookenPro Commercial
  • CostGuard
  • Culinary Software Services ChefTec
  • EGS CALCMENU
  • Menu planning software
  • ReServe Interactive

Financial analysis software

  • Delphi Technology

Electronic mail software

  • Email software
  • Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software

  • Enggist & Grandjean EGS F&B Control

Web page creation and editing software

  • FacebookHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Google SheetsHot Technology
  • Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Instant messaging software

  • GroupMe

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

  • Sage MAS 90 ERP

Desktop publishing software

  • SoftCafe MenuPro

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

  • Monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

  • Inspect facilities, equipment or supplies to ensure conformance to standards.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Check quality of foods or supplies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Determine prices for menu items.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Estimate supplies, ingredients, or staff requirements for food preparation activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Create new recipes or food presentations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Plan menu options.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Scheduling Work and Activities

  • Schedule equipment maintenance.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

  • Plan special events.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

  • Cook foods.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Record operational or production data.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

  • Communicate with customers to resolve complaints or ensure satisfaction.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

  • Train food preparation or food service personnel.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Coordinate activities of food service staff.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Coordinate timing of food production activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Manage food service operations or parts of operations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Staffing Organizational Units

  • Perform human resources activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 18
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.