• Prepare and cook traditional African dishes such as soups, stews, rice dishes, grilled meats, and specialty meals
• Plan menus and ensure authentic African recipes and flavors are maintained
• Prepare ingredients (wash, peel, chop vegetables, season meats, and measure spices)
• Monitor food quality, freshness, taste, and presentation
• Ensure meals are cooked according to customer orders and restaurant standards
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (grills, fryers, ovens, stoves, mixers)
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and food preparation areas
• Check inventory and inform management of food and ingredient shortages
• Store food properly and follow Canadian food safety regulations
• Assist in training kitchen helpers or assistant cooks when needed
• Manage portion control and reduce food waste
• Ensure timely preparation during busy service periods
• Follow health and safety standards set by local public health authorities in Canada

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