Food Preparation Workers

Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.

$34,220
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
-3% projected 2024–2034
No formal educational credential
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Food preparation workers perform a variety of tasks other than cooking, such as slicing meat and brewing coffee.

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