Major Activities Of Restaurant Cooks
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| Common Job Activities | |
|---|---|
| Getting Information | ![]() |
| Monitor Processes, Materials, Or Surroundings | ![]() |
| Inspecting Equipment, Structures, Or Material | ![]() |
| Identifying Objects, Actions, And Events | ![]() |
| Handling And Moving Objects | ![]() |
| Training And Teaching Others | ![]() |
| Communicating With Supervisors, Peers, Or Subordinates | ![]() |
| Making Decisions And Solving Problems | ![]() |
Tools and Technologies Used by Some Restaurant Cooks
- Commercial Use Blenders
- Commercial Use Broilers
- Commercial Use Convection Ovens
- Commercial Use Cutlery
- Commercial Use Deep Fryers
- Commercial Use Food Grinders
- Commercial Use Food Slicers
- Commercial Use Griddles
- Commercial Use Grills
- Commercial Use Microwave Ovens
- Commercial Use Ovens
- Commercial Use Pasta Cookers
- Commercial Use Pizza Ovens
- Commercial Use Ranges
- Commercial Use Rotisseries
- Commercial Use Smokers Or Smoke Ovens
- Commercial Use Steamers
- Compliance Software
- Cutting Machinery
- Data Base User Interface And Query Software
- Domestic Knives
- Inventory Management Software
- Materials Requirements Planning Logistics And Supply Chain Software
- Personal Computers
- Point Of Sale POS Software
- Point Of Sale POS Terminal
- Slicing Machinery
Related Pages Detailing Characteristics for Restaurant Cooks
- Career Summary, including overview, salary, education, and job titles
- Personal Skills and knowledge required
- Personal Characteristics, including interests and personality
| Common Work Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Spend Time Standing | ![]() |
| Face-To-Face Discussions | ![]() |
| Exposed To Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, Or Stings | ![]() |
| Contact With Others | ![]() |
| Work With Work Group Or Team | ![]() |
| Spend Time Using Your Hands To Handle, Control, Or Feel Objects, Tools, Or Controls | ![]() |
| Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions | ![]() |
| Physical Proximity | ![]() |
| Indoors, Environmentally Controlled | ![]() |
| Very Hot Or Cold Temperatures | ![]() |
| Freedom To Make Decisions | ![]() |
| Frequency Of Decision Making | ![]() |
| Spend Time Walking And Running | ![]() |
| Wear Common Protective Or Safety Equipment Such As Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, Or Life Jackets | ![]() |
| Coordinate Or Lead Others | ![]() |
| Time Pressure | ![]() |
| Structured Versus Unstructured Work | ![]() |
| Responsibility For Outcomes And Results | ![]() |
| Impact Of Decisions On Co-Workers Or Company Results | ![]() |
| Importance Of Being Exact Or Accurate | ![]() |
| Responsible For Others' Health And Safety | ![]() |
| Deal With Unpleasant Or Angry People | ![]() |
| Frequency Of Conflict Situations | ![]() |
| Spend Time Bending Or Twisting The Body | ![]() |
| Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting Or Uncomfortable | ![]() |







