Chef / Head Cook

What you would do

Plan menus, oversee food preparation, manage supplies, and supervise kitchen staff. [1]

Where you could work

Chefs work in restaurants, hotels, and other food-service establishments. [1]

Hours and flexibility

Early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays are common. [1]

Physical and emotional demands

Fast service, heat, standing, food safety, and team coordination make the work physically and mentally intense. [1]

How you could advance

Experience may lead to executive-chef roles, larger operations, or ownership with business preparation. [1]

These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.