Occupational Employment Statistics
35-2012 Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.
Southeast Minnesota
| 730 | 115 | $15.96/hr | $12.58/hr | $13.82/hr | $15.68/hr | $18.19/hr | $20.09/hr |
Manufacturing | N/A | N/A |
Trade, Transportation and Utilities | N/A | $14.33/hr |
Information | N/A | N/A |
Financial Activities | 30 | $15.71/hr |
Professional and Business Services | 100 | $17.69/hr |
Education and Health Services | 5,850 | $16.51/hr |
Leisure and Hospitality | 1,320 | $16.68/hr |
Other Services | 40 | $14.14/hr |
Public Administration | 250 | $19.51/hr |
- Compile and maintain records of food use and expenditures.
- Cook foodstuffs according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served.
- Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, or poultry.
- Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, or other cooking equipment.
- Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.
- Direct activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
- Clean and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
- Bake breads, rolls, or other pastries.
- Apportion and serve food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.
- Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, or other cooking equipment.