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Food Preparation Workers in Battle Creek, Michigan

Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

Food Preparation Workers on average make:
$31,200 ($15.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
150
and by 2028 that number is projected to:
decrease to 146.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
25 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

Cafeteria Aide, Carver, Caterer, Caterer Helper, Catering Assistant, Chicken and Fish Butcher, Coffee Brewer, Coffee Maker, Cold Meat Cook, Cook

Tools Used

Belt conveyors, Blenders, Bread slicers, Brick ovens, Cappuccino machines, Charbroilers, Choppers, Coffee brewing machines, Coffee grinders, Combination slicers/electronic portion scales

Tasks

  • Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Portion and wrap food, or place it directly on plates for service to patrons.
  • Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
  • Weigh or measure ingredients.
  • Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provide cooks with needed items.

Personality

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

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