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Operate or tend cooking equipment.

Food Cooking Machine Operators operate or tend cooking equipment, such as deep fryers, kettles, and boilers.

Wages	$23.26 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job	Work Activities Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences. Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment. Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment. Operate grinding equipment. Operate mixing equipment. Operate pumping systems or equipment. Clean work areas. Load materials into production equipment. Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.
Career Pathways	Food Products and Processing Systems
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