chef

[ shef ]

noun

1. the chief cook, especially in a restaurant or hotel, usually responsible for planning menus, ordering foodstuffs, overseeing food preparation, and supervising the kitchen staff.
2. any cook.

chef

/ ʃɛf /

noun

1. a cook, esp the principal cook in a restaurant

Word History and Origins

Origin of chef¹

From French, dating back to 1835–45; chief

Word History and Origins

Origin of chef¹

C19: from French, from Old French chief head, chief

Example Sentences

The TV chef declares it is her "favourite time of year" before tucking into festive bakes.

From BBC

Chef Andrew "Andy" Quinn, who grew up in Leicester, England, before moving to the United States to work at NYC's famed Eleven Madison Park, opened The Noortwyck in 2022 with co-owner and sommelier Cedric Nicaise.

From Salon

I have to credit Chef Ileene for creating our famous Seeded Parker House Loaf, which was initially a trial and has now become a beloved staple on the menu and something we can’t change.

From Salon

We do regular tastings with purveyors such as Chef Collective and Natoora out of Brooklyn and Murray’s Cheese across the street.

From Salon

Every great chef I've worked with has had their own unique duck dish, which has always been a standout menu item at those restaurants.

From Salon