Summary Food Preparer in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a food preparer. The following information is applicable to all Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201).
Description
Food counter attendants and food preparers prepare, heat and finish cooking simple food items and serve customers at food counters. Kitchen helpers, food service helpers and dishwashers clear tables, clean kitchen areas, wash dishes, and perform various other activities to assist workers who prepare or serve food and beverages. They are employed by restaurants, cafés, hotels, fast food outlets, cafeterias, hospitals and other establishments.
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Requirements
On-the-job training
This occupation usually requires short-term work experience and no formal education.
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Wages
$17.40/hour
Median wage in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Jobs
698 jobs
advertised in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Competencies
- Quality Control Testing
- Numeracy
- Coordinating
- Instructing
- Monitoring
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