Description
Knowing and handling a variety of kitchen instruments and equipment. Choosing the right tool for the purpose and the raw material. Trim, peel, and slice products with knives, paring tools, or food cutting tools.
Alternative labels
use kitchen equipment according to the requirements
employ kitchen equipment according to the requirements
administer kitchen equipment according to the requirements
handle kitchen equipment according to requirements
utilise kitchen equipment according to the requirements
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Handle kitchen equipment according to the requirements is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Industrial cook: Industrial cooks create new food designs and recipes. They prepare, measure and mix ingredients to prepare foodstuff products. They control and regulate temperatures, monitor cooking process, assign specific baking tasks, and direct workers in task performance.
Private chef: Private chefs comply with food and sanitation rules to prepare meals for their employers. They take into consideration the employer’s intolerances to specific ingredients or their preferences and cook the meals in the employer’s home. Private chefs may also be asked to organise small dinner parties or other types of celebrations for special occasions.
Optional skill
Handle kitchen equipment according to the requirements is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Food production operator: Food production operators supply and perform one or more tasks in different stages of the food production process. They perform manufacturing operations and processes to foods and beverages, perform packaging, operate machines manually or automatically, follow predetermined procedures, and take food safety regulations on board.
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