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Summary Description


	Prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. May take orders from customers and serve patrons at counters or tables.

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Job Tasks

	Clean food preparation equipment, work areas, and counters or tables.

	Plan work on orders so that items served together are finished at the same time.

	Grill, cook, and fry foods such as french fries, eggs, and pancakes.

	Take orders from customers and cook foods requiring short preparation times, according to customer requirements.

	Grill and garnish hamburgers or other meats such as steaks and chops.

	Complete orders from steam tables, placing food on plates and serving customers at tables or counters.

	Perform simple food preparation tasks such as making sandwiches, carving meats, and brewing coffee.

	Accept payments, and make change or write charge slips as necessary.

	Order supplies and stock them on shelves.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.


		follow recipes

		obtain information from individuals

		receive verbal instructions as to food order

		read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.


		collect payment

		serve food or beverages

		provide customer service

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.


		clean rooms or work areas

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.


		cook meals

		use knives

		prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes

		carve meat or bone fish or fowl

		prepare beverages

		perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking

		knead, shape, cut, or roll food products by hand

		cut, trim, or clean meat, or carcasses

		cook food requiring short preparation time

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.


		understand government health, hotel or food service regulations

		stock or organize goods

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).


		operate baking equipment

		operate cooking equipment

		operate food preparation equipment

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.


		plan or organize work

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.


		use knowledge of food handling rules

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Chefs, Cooks, and Food Preparation Workers
	Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers prepare, season, and cook a wide range of foods—from soups, snacks, and salads to entrees, side dishes, and desserts—in a variety of restaurants and other food services establishments. Chefs and cooks create recipes and prepare meals, while food preparation workers peel and cut vegetables, trim meat, prepare poultry, and perform other duties such as keeping work areas clean and monitoring temperatures of ovens and stovetops.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Chefs, Cooks, and Food Preparation Workers
	Many restaurant and institutional kitchens have modern equipment, convenient work areas, and air conditioning, but kitchens in older and smaller eating places are often not as well designed. Kitchens must be well ventilated, appropriately lit, and properly equipped with sprinkler systems to protect against fires. Kitchen staffs invariably work in small quarters against hot stoves and ovens. They are under constant pressure to prepare meals quickly, while ensuring quality is maintained and safety and sanitation guidelines are observed.

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