FOOD PREPARER

** 1. Specific Tasks, Tools, Equipment, and Materials Used The phrase “Assist kitchen staff with various tasks” refers explicitly to routine, repetitive, and supportive pre-kitchen duties performed under the direct supervision of cooks, chefs, or food service managers. These tasks, along with the corresponding tools, equipment, and materials, include: - Initial Produce Processing: Washing, peeling, cutting, slicing, and seeding fresh fruits and vegetables to prepare ingredients for subsequent cooking or assembly by kitchen staff. For this task, the following tools will be used: kitchen knives, vegetable peelers, corers, commercial cutting boards, colanders, and food prep sinks. Materials processed include vegetables, fruits, and grains. - Catering Order Fulfillment: Portioning, wrapping, and packaging prepared food items specifically for catering and large-scale event orders. For these tasks, the following tools/equipment/materials will be used: portion scales, measuring cups/spoons, plastic wrap, aluminum foil, catering trays, and food storage containers. - Workplace Sanitation: Cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining the hygiene of work areas, food preparation counters, and kitchen surfaces to ensure an operational environment. For these tasks, the following tools/equipment/materials will be used: Sanitizing sprays, clean cloths, buckets, and food-safe chemical disinfectants. - Ingredient Transport: Assisting the head cook by retrieving and transporting raw ingredien