How do they match: Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria

  • Prep Cook
  • Preparatory Cook

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

  • Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
  • Direct activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
  • Monitor menus and spending to ensure that meals are prepared economically.
  • Requisition food supplies, kitchen equipment, and appliances, based on estimates of future needs.
  • Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
  • Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, or other cooking equipment.

  • Prepare breads or doughs.
  • Prepare foods for cooking or serving.
  • Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment.
  • Inspect facilities, equipment or supplies to ensure conformance to standards.
  • Maintain food, beverage, or equipment inventories.
  • Move equipment, supplies or food to required locations.
  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
  • Train food preparation or food service personnel.