Prepare and cook food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Duties of the cooks are limited to preparation of a few basic items and normally involve operating large-volume single-purpose cooking equipment. Tasks Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils. Cook and package batches of food, such as fried chicken, which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold. Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously. Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas. Measure ingredients required for specific food items being prepared. Mix ingredients according to recipes. Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles. Pre-cook items in order to prepare them for later use. Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions. Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity. Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking. Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases. Order and take delivery of supplies. Schedule activities and equipment use with managers, using information about daily menus to help coordinate cooking times.