Food Preparation Workers: 
Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Hospitality and Tourism |
| Indiana Average Salary | $31,429.00 |
| Average Time to Fill | 44 days |
| Typical Education | High school equivalency |
| Typical Experience | None |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2016-2018) | 5,584 |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2018) | -0.21 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) | 26,922 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) | 1.19 % |
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Skills Profile
Essential (Soft) Skills
Essential Skills to Employers
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Professionalism
Resource Allocation
Following Directions
Work Ethic
Decision-making
Oral Communication
Integrity
Written Communication
Pride in Work
Conflict Management
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Leadership
Customer Service
Professionalism
Resource Allocation
Following Directions
Work Ethic
Decision-making
Oral Communication
Integrity
Written Communication
Pride in Work
Conflict Management
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Leadership
Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Handling and Moving Objects
Prepare specialty foods
Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes
Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation
Cook food for customers or patients
Perform short order cooking
Operate food preparation equipment
Place food on dishes or trays or in takeout bags
Prepare beverages for clients or customers
Perform food preparation duties
Distribute food to wait staff to serve customers
Package food or supplies
Package goods for shipment or storage
Mix food or beverage ingredients according to instructions
Arrange decorations or furniture for banquets, dining venues, or social functions
Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes
Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation
Cook food for customers or patients
Perform short order cooking
Operate food preparation equipment
Place food on dishes or trays or in takeout bags
Prepare beverages for clients or customers
Perform food preparation duties
Distribute food to wait staff to serve customers
Package food or supplies
Package goods for shipment or storage
Mix food or beverage ingredients according to instructions
Arrange decorations or furniture for banquets, dining venues, or social functions
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| Skill or Certification | Certi - fication | Certification | Hard to Fill | Expensive to Fill |
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| Nutrition Services | ||||
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