Food Preparation Workers

The work

Core tasks

1. 01Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
2. 02Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provide cooks with needed items.
3. 03Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.
4. 04Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
5. 05Remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers.
6. 06Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
7. 07Weigh or measure ingredients.
8. 08Vacuum dining area and sweep and mop kitchen floor.
9. 09Inform supervisors when equipment is not working properly and when food and supplies are getting low, and order needed items.
10. 10Wash, peel, and cut various foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving.
11. 11Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, or desserts, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
12. 12Assemble meal trays with foods in accordance with patients' diets.

Capabilities

Essential skills

Employment outlook

Where the role is heading