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Food Preparation Workers
SOC 35-2021.00
Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
1
Job Zone
No
Green
Top Skills 8
Active Listening
3.0
Speaking
3.0
Social Perceptiveness
3.0
Coordination
3.0
Service Orientation
3.0
Time Management
3.0
Critical Thinking
2.9
Monitoring
2.9
Knowledge Areas 8
Customer and Personal Service
4.4
Administration and Management
3.2
Public Safety and Security
3.0
Food Production
2.9
English Language
2.9
Production and Processing
2.8
Mathematics
2.7
Sales and Marketing
2.7
Key Tasks
1Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
2Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
3Portion and wrap the food, or place it directly on plates for service to
patrons.
4Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and
freezers.
5Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, or desserts, according to
customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved
procedures.
Also Known As
Cafeteria Aide
Carver
Caterer
Caterer Helper
Catering Assistant
Chicken and Fish Butcher
Coffee Brewer
Coffee Maker
Cold Meat Cook
Crew Mess Attendant
Tools & Equipment
Belt conveyors
Blenders
Bread slicers
Brick ovens
Cappuccino machines
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