A chef is a professional cook and tradesperson who is proficient in many aspects of food preparation, often focusing on a particular cuisine. The word "chef" is derived from the term chef de cuisine,
French chef painted by Théodule Ribot (1823–1891)
Nancy Silverton, a chef and baker known for her expertise in bread-making and pastry
Antonio Carluccio was known as the father of Italian gastronomy
A saucier or sauté chef is a position in the classical brigade style kitchen. It can be translated into English as sauce chef. In addition to preparing sauces, the saucier prepares stews, hot hors d'œ