German - English (British) translations for "Chef"
"Chef" German translation
Translation
chief
Definition
Chef
Part of speech
noun
Gender
masculine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: boss
Der Chef gibt uns neue Anweisungen.
The boss gives us new instructions.
Meaning: chef (cook)
Der Chef bereitet ein köstliches Gericht zu.
The chef prepares a delicious dish.
Meaning: head (of an organization)
Der Chef des Unternehmens hat eine wichtige Entscheidung getroffen.
The head of the company has made an important decision.
Meaning: chief (tribal leader)
Der Chef des Stammes versammelte alle Mitglieder für eine Versammlung.
The chief of the tribe gathered all members for a meeting.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Der Chef ist sehr nett.
The boss is very nice.
A1: Meine Mutter ist die Chef-Köchin in unserem Haus.
My mother is the head chef in our house.
A2: Ich habe meinen Chef um einen freien Tag gebeten.
I asked my boss for a day off.
B1: Der Chef hat gestern eine wichtige Entscheidung getroffen.
The boss made an important decision yesterday.
B1: Mein Chef wird nächste Woche auf Geschäftsreise gehen.
My boss will go on a business trip next week.
B2: Die Chefin hatte den Mitarbeitern eine Gehaltserhöhung versprochen, aber sie hat es nicht gehalten.
The boss had promised the employees a salary increase, but she didn't keep her word.
C1: Der neue Chef hat das Unternehmen erfolgreich restrukturiert und die Gewinne verdoppelt.
The new CEO successfully restructured the company and doubled the profits.
C1: Der Chef hat mich gebeten, an der Konferenz teilzunehmen und einen Vortrag zu halten.
The boss asked me to attend the conference and give a presentation.
C2: Der ehemalige Chef wurde wegen Betrugs angeklagt und zu einer langen Haftstrafe verurteilt.
The former CEO was charged with fraud and sentenced to a long prison term.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A 'Chef' is a German noun that refers to a person who is in charge of a kitchen and responsible for preparing and cooking food. The word 'Chef' is derived from the French term for 'chief' or 'head', highlighting the leadership role of this individual in a culinary setting.
In Germany, the title 'Chef' is often used to describe the head chef or executive chef of a restaurant or hotel. This person typically oversees the entire kitchen operation, including menu planning, ingredient sourcing, staff management, and ensuring the quality and presentation of dishes.
The term 'Chef' can also be used more broadly to refer to any professional cook or chef, regardless of their specific rank or position. It is a respected title in the culinary industry and signifies expertise and skill in the art of cooking.