Chef Rasika Perera

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Passion for food: someone who enjoys the process of food preparation and creating menus A good sense of business; to be efficient and cost-effective Past experience of working in a professional kitchen and similar position Effective communication skills Kitchen experience and management Ability to work with figures and manage budget Ability to cope under stressful conditions Strong leadership skills Ability to pay attention to details: adherence to specific ingredients and measurement needed for various menus Ability to make quick decisions Ability to maintain a high level of hygiene and cleanliness in the restaurant area Ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to handle many tasks all at once Possess strong management and organizational skills Ability to be creative; always willing to try something new Ability to handle criticisms from customers