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Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria in Battle Creek, Michigan

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

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria on average make:
$31,200 ($15.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
188
and by 2028 that number is projected to:
increase to 189.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
28 every year.

The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a no formal education.

The typical training needed after hire is:
short-term on-the-job training.

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Other Job Titles

Boarding House Cook, Cafeteria Cook, Camp Cook, Cook, Culinary Specialist, Dietary Aide, Dietary Cook, Dinner Cook, Food Service Specialist, Food Service Worker

Tools Used

Apple corers, Blast chillers, Blenders, Bone saws, Box graters, Braziers, Bread slicers, Broilers, Cappuccino makers, Carbonated beverage dispensers

Tasks

  • Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
  • Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.
  • Cook foodstuffs according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served.
  • Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, or poultry.
  • Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, or other cooking equipment.

Personality

Dependability, Attention to Detail, Self-Control, Integrity, Stress Tolerance, Adaptability/Flexibility, Cooperation, Initiative, Concern for Others, Independence

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