daai6 cyu2大廚大厨
Jyutpingdaai6 cyu2
Yaledaaih chyú
Definition
Head chef or chef de cuisine.
colloquialfoodwork
How it's used
Refers specifically to the person in charge of a professional kitchen, carrying a sense of authority and expertise. While it can be used for any head chef, it is often reserved for those working in established or high-end restaurants. It is distinct from a regular cook, who might be referred to as 廚師 or 師傅.
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go3個goExamples
The head chef at this restaurant has a great touch.
Are you trying to ask the head chef how to cook this dish?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this term for someone who just enjoys cooking at home, as it implies a professional rank within a commercial kitchen hierarchy.
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