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Food Preparation Workers

Perform kitchen duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods or brewing coffee.

Quick Facts

Wages:

Well below the statewide median
$15.67 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

Shrinking
Growth rate:  6.4%    Read more about outlook

Education:

High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

Typical Work Tasks
  • Arrange food for serving.
  • Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation.
  • Cook foods.
  • Cut cooked or raw foods.
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Job Title Examples:

Food Service Worker
Prep Cook (Preparation Cook)
Dietary Aide

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