Cooks, Fast Food

The work

Core tasks

1. 01Order and take delivery of supplies.
2. 02Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously.
3. 03Prepare specialty foods, such as pizzas, fish and chips, sandwiches, or tacos, following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
4. 04Operate large-volume cooking equipment, such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles.
5. 05Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking.
6. 06Prepare and serve beverages, such as coffee or fountain drinks.
7. 07Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
8. 08Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
9. 09Serve orders to customers at windows, counters, or tables.
10. 10Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.
11. 11Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
12. 12Cook and package batches of food, such as hamburgers or fried chicken, prepared to order or kept warm until sold.

Capabilities

Essential skills

Employment outlook

Where the role is heading