Mageiras

Mageiras (Greek: μάγειρας, plural μάγειροι, mageiroi) is a Greek word meaning "cook" or "chef." The term derives from the Ancient Greek word μάγειρος (mageiros), which similarly referred to a cook, butcher, or someone involved in preparing food, particularly for sacrifices.

In modern Greek, "mageiras" specifically denotes a professional cook, typically in a restaurant, taverna, or other food service establishment. It is a common and widely understood term throughout Greece. While often translated simply as "cook," it carries a slightly more professional connotation, similar to "chef" in English, implying skill and experience in the culinary arts. The word can also be used colloquially to refer to someone who is good at cooking in general.