Occupation information for Food Preparation Workers District Of Columbia

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Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.

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Currently Employed: 2,420

Projected Annual Job Openings: 650

Typical Hourly Wage: $16.50 - $19.74

Typical Annual Salary: $34,330 - $41,060

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Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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typical job duties

Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
Operate cash register, handle money, and give correct change.
Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Portion and wrap food, or place it directly on plates for service to patrons.
Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.
Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, or desserts, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
Keep records of the quantities of food used.
Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
Package take-out foods or serve food to customers.
Stock cupboards and refrigerators, and tend salad bars and buffet meals.

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