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Fast Food and Counter Workers

Food Preparation and Serving Related (35-3023)
Bright Outlook

Perform duties such as taking orders and serving food and beverages. Serve customers at counter or from a steam table. May take payment. May prepare food and beverages.

At a Glance

Fast Food and Counter Workers earns a median of $30,480/yr with +6.1% projected growth. Typical entry: No formal educational credential. Top skills: Facebook, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office software.

Median Annual Wage

$30,480/yr

Projected Growth (2024-34)

+6.1%

Annual Openings

904

Typical Education

No formal educational credential

Skills & Requirements

Knowledge (3)

Customer and Personal Service

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

3.8
English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

3.5
Food Production

Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

3.4

Technology (4)

Facebook

Category: Web page creation and editing software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Windows

Category: Operating system software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Office software

Category: Office suite software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Excel

Category: Spreadsheet software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5

Work Activities (4)

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

3.5
Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

3.5
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

3.4
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

3.3

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