Food Preparer

Code: 35-2021.00

Also known as: Deli Clerk (Delicatessen Clerk), Diet Aide, Dietary Aide, Dietary Assistant, Food Preparer, Food Service Aide, Food Service Worker, Nutrition Aide, Pantry Cook, Slicer

Description: Food Preparers work under the direction of chefs, food service managers and other cooks. Duties may include slicing meat, peeling and cutting vegetables, preparing cold foods, seasoning dishes and other food service tasks. The position doesn't require any formal job training or work experience since most Preparers learn on the job.