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Outdoors/walking/standing
$20,180
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Food preparation workers typically learn their skills through on-the-job training. No formal education or previous work experience is required.
EducationThere are no formal education requirements for becoming a food preparation worker.
TrainingMost food preparation workers learn their skills through short-term on-the-job training, usually lasting several weeks. Trainees typically start by working under the supervision of an experienced worker, who teaches them basic kitchen duties. Training also may include basic sanitation and workplace safety regulations, as well as instructions on how to handle and prepare food.
Important QualitiesDexterity. Food preparation workers chop vegetables, cut meat, and perform many other tasks with sharp knives. They must have the ability to work quickly and safely with sharp objects.
Listening skills. Food preparation workers must understand customers’ orders and follow directions from cooks, chefs, or food service managers.
Physical stamina. Food preparation workers stand on their feet for long periods while they prepare food, clean work areas, or lift heavy pots from the stove.
Physical strength. Food preparation workers should be strong enough to lift and carry heavy food supply boxes, which often can weigh up to 50 pounds.
AdvancementAdvancement opportunities for food preparation workers depend on their training and work experience. Many food preparation workers advance to assistant or line cook positions as they learn basic cooking skills.
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Gender
Male
48.8%Female
48.5%Unknown
2.7%Ethnicity
White
82.0%Hispanic or Latino
10.1%Asian
6.1%Unknown
1.3%Black or African American
0.6%Languages Spoken
Spanish
46.4%Chinese
7.1%French
7.1%Mandarin
7.1%Russian
7.1%Italian
7.1%Ukrainian
3.6%German
3.6%Serbian
3.6%Croatian
3.6%Hmong
3.6%Culinary Assistant
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Schools
Johnson & Wales University
13.8%University of Phoenix
13.8%Pennsylvania State University
8.8%Monroe Community College
7.5%Lansing Community College
5.0%West Virginia University
5.0%Michigan State University
5.0%University of Georgia
5.0%Miami University
3.8%University of Central Florida
3.8%Indiana State University
3.8%Baker College
3.8%Winona State University
3.8%Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College
2.5%University of Alabama
2.5%Florida International University
2.5%Vincennes University
2.5%University of Maine
2.5%College of the Desert
2.5%Georgia Southern University
2.5%Majors
Degrees
Other
33.5%Bachelors
32.8%Associate
21.1%Certificate
6.2%Masters
4.3%Diploma
1.7%License
0.4%Culinary Assistant
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