Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 03 - Food Services and Tourism Info

8819 Fast-Food Counter Attendant

M819
Field of application Fast-food counter attendants work in many types of fast-food restaurants including those offering North American, South American, European, Asian, Middle Eastern and African cuisine. Their tasks vary depending on the type of restaurant. In certain restaurants, they prepare a variety of sandwiches, sushi, tacos, etc., and serve them to clients. In others, they may fry French fries and serve customers nuggets and hamburgers that have already been cooked and wrapped, serve salads, prepare milkshakes, ice cream cups and so forth, or they may only take orders and prepare and serve beverages.
Other job titles Fast-food counter clerk, fast-food counter server.

710 - Receive or help receive merchandise, raw materials, semi-finished products, etc. Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Observance of rules with respect to hazardous materials
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with company policies
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Accurate data
  • Careful handling of merchandise

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the person in charge about the delivery schedule and types of merchandise (food products, dry goods, animals, materials, hazardous materials, etc.).
  • Welcome the driver of the delivery vehicle.
  • Read over the delivery documents: check the delivery location, date and time.
  • Sign the shipping receipt.
  • Notify quality control so they can come and check the raw materials.
  • Cross-check the delivered merchandise against the ordered merchandise (type of merchandise, quantity, etc.).
  • Check the condition of the merchandise: do a visual inspection of the packaging or boxes, open a container, count the items, etc.
  • Apply the prescribed procedure if merchandise is damaged or does not comply.
  • Use an optical scanner to record the entry of the merchandise.
  • Fill out the administrative forms and send them to the department concerned or to the designated person.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

712 - Handle food and other products Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Observance of rules with respect to hazardous materials
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of materials-handling equipment
  • Concern for the safety of people and goods
  • Careful handling of products

Tasks

  • Choose the materials-handling equipment in accordance with the form and weight of the products.
  • Check the condition of the materials-handling equipment.
  • Lift boxes, bags, materials or any other cumbersome items and place them on the equipment.
  • Move products.
  • Place the products in the designated locations.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

255 - Prepare raw foodstuffs 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of knives and equipment

Tasks

  • Wash, peel and pare fruits and vegetables.
  • Cut, slice and chop fruits and vegetables.
  • Clean, cut and grind meat, cold cuts and fish.
  • Slice cheeses.

831901 - Prepare fast-food dishes 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment

Tasks

  • Prepare foods: cold and hot sandwiches, hamburgers, etc.
  • Cook or reheat fast-food dishes: North American, European, Asian, Middle Eastern or other.
  • Divide desserts into portions.
  • Prepare hot and cold drinks.
  • Arrange food on plates, package it or place it in containers.

251 - Prepare breakfasts Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment
  • Appealing presentation of dishes
  • Effective coordination with kitchen staff

Tasks

  • Read a work sheet or daily production table.
  • Cook eggs.
  • Cook meat and other products.
  • Prepare baked goods to be served.
  • Prepare hot drinks and fruit juices.
  • Arrange food on plates.

22 - Stock the counters, freezers, shelves or display cases 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with display plan
  • Attractive presentation of products

Tasks

  • Read the display plan.
  • Check which articles are on special in the weekly flyer.
  • Rotate products: check the expiry dates and remove expired products.
  • Wipe off counters and shelves.
  • Dust containers of food and non-food products.
  • Replace new products.
  • Check the labels close to the counters and shelves.
  • Detect various problems ( breakages, malfunctioning equipment, missing objects, etc.) and notify the person in charge.

831902 - Serve customers at a fast-food counter 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Relevant, accurate and clear information provided
  • Concern for client satisfaction.

Tasks

  • Greet customers.
  • Provide information on the menu.
  • Suggest dishes and accompaniments.
  • Take orders.
  • Place orders. Optional task or competency
  • Arrange placemats, utensils and napkins on platters.
  • Hand customers their food and drinks.

10 - Receive payment from customers Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Courteous service
  • Honesty
  • Accurate calculations and data entered
  • Proper use of computerized equipment

Tasks

  • Receive money and give change.
  • Use a cash register, computerized sales equipment or a point-of-sale terminal to receive payment by credit or debit card.
  • Charge amounts to customers’ accounts. Optional task or competency
  • Give receipts, sales slips, transaction records, etc.

102 - Clean and tidy up the workspace and counters 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Proper use of cleaning products
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Clean and disinfect counters and work areas.
  • Clean and disinfect equipment, machines, materials and accessories.
  • Clean and disinfect refrigerators and cold rooms. Optional task or competency
  • Scour ovens and other baking equipment. Optional task or competency
  • Wash dishes, glasses and utensils. Optional task or competency
  • Put away materials.
  • Sweep and wash floors.
  • Empty and clean garbage cans.
  • Store cleaning products.

402 - Keep public areas clean and orderly Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper use of cleaning products
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Clear, empty, wash and put away platters.
  • Clean and disinfect tables and chairs.
  • Sweep and wash floors.
  • Empty and clean garbage cans.
  • Clean and disinfect bathrooms. Optional task or competency
  • Store cleaning products.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.