Course overview
Senior production chefs lead or support kitchen teams in diverse settings,
ensuring food quality, safety, consistency, and budget control, while also
managing staff, resources, and kitchen operations.
Senior production chefs manage kitchen operations across various environments
such as schools, hospitals, care homes, and casual dining. They may lead a team
or support the head chef, reporting to a line manager. Their responsibilities
include producing and supervising food to consistent standards, ensuring
legislative and dietary compliance, and maintaining food safety systems. They
help manage budgets, reduce waste, and improve performance and customer
experience. Senior production chefs also assist with staff recruitment,
training, and team leadership. They contribute to service efficiency, hold team
briefings, and ensure menus and recipes meet business needs while supporting
revenue and productivity goals.
Course Code:
76815-01
