Plan   and   direct   food   preparation and   cooking   activities   ( east   Indian   Food) Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards Estimate   food   requirements and   may   estimate   food   and   labour   costs Supervise activities of cooks Arrange   for   equipment   purchases   and   repairs Recruit and hire staff May   Prepare   and   cook   food   on   a   regular   basis,   or   for   special   guests   or   functions.