ONET Occupations » 35-2012.00

Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria

Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.

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Parachute skills

  1. Copy - Data (4.05)
  2. Pay attention to details - Data (3.87)
  3. Follow through, get things done - People (3.67)
  4. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (3.64)
  5. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (3.64)
  6. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.59)
  7. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.55)


ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles

  1. There are currently no ONET skills.
  1. There are currently no abilities.
  1. Dependability (4.08)
  2. Integrity (3.97)
  3. Attention to Detail (3.87)
  4. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.80)
  5. Independence (3.80)
  6. Cooperation (3.78)
  7. Self Control (3.78)
  8. Stress Tolerance (3.76)
  9. Persistence (3.67)
  10. Achievement/Effort (3.61)
  11. Initiative (3.57)
  12. Concern for Others (3.55)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities

  1. Getting Information (4.05)
  2. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.84)
  3. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.83)
  4. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.80)
  5. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.79)
  6. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.79)
  7. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.78)
  8. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.74)
  9. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.67)
  10. Handling and Moving Objects (3.64)
  11. Assisting and Caring for Others (3.59)
  12. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (3.59)
  1. Follow Recipes (4.05)
  2. Test Food To Determine That It Is Cooked (3.80)
  3. Evaluate Premises For Cleanliness (3.79)
  4. Identify Cut Or Grade Of Meat (3.78)
  5. Understand Government Health, Hotel Or Food Service Regulations (3.78)
  6. Plan Menus (3.74)
  7. Determine Food Or Beverage Costs (3.67)
  8. Determine Food Portions (3.67)
  9. Prepare Appetizers, Salads, Or Cold Dishes (3.64)
  10. Carve Meat Or Bone Fish Or Fowl (3.64)
  11. Perform A Variety Of Food Preparation Duties Other Than Cooking (3.64)
  12. Knead, Shape, Cut, Or Roll Food Products By Hand (3.64)
  13. Cut, Trim, Or Clean Meat, Or Carcasses (3.64)
  14. Cook Meals (3.64)
  15. Bake Breads, Rolls, Or Other Baked Goods (3.64)
  16. Use Knives (3.64)
  17. Wash Dishes, Glassware, Or Related Utensils (3.64)
  18. Provide Customer Service (3.59)
  19. Serve Food Or Beverages (3.59)