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Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria

District Of Columbia

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Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.

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Currently Employed: 1,280

Yearly Projected Openings: 60

Typical Hourly Wage: $11.28 - $16.58

Typical Annual Salary: $23,500 - $34,500

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Typical education needed for entry: Less than high school

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Short-term on-the-job training

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Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, or poultry.
Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
Cook foodstuffs according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served.
Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.
Monitor use of government food commodities to ensure that proper procedures are followed.
Direct activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment.
Compile and maintain records of food use and expenditures.
Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
Bake breads, rolls, and other pastries.

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