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Performs a variety of duties needed in the operations of catering functions. Dresses appropriately for events. Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage. Inform supervisors when equipment is not working properly and when food and supplies are getting low, and order needed items. Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware. Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas. Wash, peel, and cut various foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving. Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provide cooks with needed items. Portion and wrap the food, or place it directly on plates for service to patrons. Use manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foods. Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas. Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, desserts, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures. Weigh or measure ingredients. Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas such as refrigerators and freezers. Stir and strain soups and sauces. Remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers. Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets. Mix ingredients for green salads, molded fruit salads, vegetable salads, and pasta salads. Make special dressings and sauces as condiments for sandwiches. Keep records of the quantities of food used. Cut, slice or grind meat, poultry, and seafood to prepare for cooking. Scrape leftovers from dishes into garbage containers. Stock cupboards and refrigerators, and tend salad bars and buffet meals. Prepare and serve a variety of beverages such as coffee, tea, and soft drinks. Package take-out foods or serve food to customers. Sweep and mop kitchen floor. Load dishes, glasses, and tableware into dish-washing machine. Distribute food and serve to customers. Butcher and clean fowl, fish, poultry, and shellfish to prepare for cooking or serving. Operate cash register, handle money, and give correct change. Distribute menus and collect diet sheets. |