How do they match: Food Preparation Workers

  • Operate cash register, handle money, and give correct change.
  • Wash, peel, and cut various foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
  • Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
  • Inform supervisors when equipment is not working properly and when food and supplies are getting low, and order needed items.
  • Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas.
  • Stock cupboards and refrigerators, and tend salad bars and buffet meals.

  • Operate cash registers.
  • Assess equipment functioning.
  • Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment.
  • Move equipment, supplies or food to required locations.
  • Record operational or production data.