Occupation information for Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria New Jersey

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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: 5,030

Projected Annual Job Openings: 880

Typical Hourly Wage: $15.38 - $21.78

Typical Annual Salary: $31,990 - $45,310

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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

Monitor and record food temperatures to ensure food safety.
Cook foodstuffs according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served.
Rotate and store food supplies.
Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, or other cooking equipment.
Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.
Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, or poultry.
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.
Plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appetizing, taking advantage of foods in season and local availability.

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