Description
Leave the kitchen area in conditions which follow safe and secure procedures, so that it is ready for the next shift.
Includes clearing up and putting working materials in their proper places.
Alternative labels
prepare the kitchen area for service
close down the kitchen and leave in a safe and secure condition
handover the preparatory food area
handover the area of food preparation
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Handover the food preparation area is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Head chef: Head chefs manage the kitchen to oversee the preparation, cooking and service of food.
Chef: Chefs are culinary professionals with a flair for creativity and innovation to provide a unique gastronomic experience.
Pastry chef: Pastry chefs are responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting desserts, sweet products and bakery products.
Cook: cooks are culinary operatives who are able to prepare and present food, normally in domestic and institutional environments.
Diet cook: Diet cooks prepare and present meals according to special dietary or nutrition needs.
Pizzaiolo: Pizzaiolos are responsible for preparing and cooking pizzas.
Head pastry chef: Head pastry chefs manage pastry staff and ensure the preparation, cooking and presentation of desserts, sweet products and pastry products.Â
Fish cook: Fish cooks are responsible for preparing and presenting fish dishes using a variety of techniques. They may also prepare the accompanying sauces and purchase fresh fish for these dishes.
Grill cook: Grill cooks prepare and present meat, vegetables and fish using grill equipment such as grills and rotisseries.
Kitchen assistant: Kitchen assistants assist in the preparation of food and cleaning of the kitchen area.
Kitchen porter: Kitchen porters wash and clean kitchen areas, including pots, pans, utensils, cutlery and dishes. They prepare the kitchen area before service, and receive and store supplies.
Optional skill
Handover the food preparation area 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.
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