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Food Preparation Workers

Food preparation workers get food ready for cooking or serving.

Food preparation workers weigh, measure, clean, cut, or peel foods to prepare them for cooking. They work with all sorts of food, including vegetables, meat, fish, and poultry.

Quick Facts

Wages:  Well below the statewide median   $10.13 / hour

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Employment Outlook:   Percent Growth   4%
Below average


Education and Training Needed:
Short-term on-the-job training (1 month or less)

Skills Needed:

Listening,  Monitoring Performance,  Speaking 

Tools and Technology:

  • Tools: Commercial use scales,  Commercial use food slicers,  Cappuccino or espresso machines 
  • Technology: Data base user interface and query software, 

Job Title Examples:

Diet Aide,  Dietary Assistant,  Food Preparer