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Short Order Cooks

On the Job

Short Order Cooks prepare a variety of foods that only require a short time to make. They may take orders from customers. They may serve customers who are sitting at counters or tables.

Physical Demands

This career requires time standing, walking, or running.

Typical Work Tasks

People who work in this career often:

Arrange food for serving.
Cook foods.
Prepare breads or doughs.
Prepare foods for cooking or serving.
Prepare hot or cold beverages.
Store supplies or goods in kitchens or storage areas.
Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment.
Serve food or beverages.
Maintain food, beverage, or equipment inventories.
Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

Typical Working Conditions

Standing.
Frequent contact with others.
Working with a group or team.
Responsibility for others' health and safety.
The importance of being accurate or exact.
Dealing with unpleasant or angry people.
Freedom to make decisions without supervision.
Close physical proximity with other people.

This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.

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Short Order Cooks

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Physical Demands

Typical Work Tasks

Typical Working Conditions