Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Bring clean dishes, flatware and other items to serving areas and set tables
• Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware
• Package take-out food
• Stock refrigerators and salad bars
• Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment
• Remove kitchen garbage and trash
• Wash, peel and cut vegetables and fruit
• Manage kitchen operations
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Organize and manage buffets and banquets
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies