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Grill cooks prepare and present meat, vegetables and fish using grill equipment such as grills and rotisseries.

5120.1.3 ISCO 5120 ESCO source
Competences
33
Groups
2
Essential
14
Optional
19

Competences and skills

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Essential skills and competences 14 competences

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ensure cleanliness of food preparation area

Guarantee the continuous cleanliness of kitchen preparation, production and storage areas according to hygiene, safety and health regulations.

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handover the food preparation area

Leave the kitchen area in conditions which follow safe and secure procedures, so that it is ready for the next shift.

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Includes clearing up and putting working materials in their proper places.
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maintain kitchen equipment at correct temperature

Keep the refrigeration and storage of kitchen equipment at the correct temperature.

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receive kitchen supplies

Accept the delivery of ordered kitchen supplies and make sure everything is included and in good condition.

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use cooking techniques

Apply cooking techniques including grilling, frying, boiling, braising, poaching, baking or roasting.

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use culinary finishing techniques

Apply culinary finishing techniques including garnishing, decorating, plating, glazing, presenting and portioning.

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use food cutting tools

Trim, peel and slice products with knives, paring or food cutting tools or equipment according to guidelines.

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use food preparation techniques

Apply food preparation techniques including the selecting, washing, cooling, peeling, marinating, preparing of dressings and cutting of ingredients.

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use reheating techniques

Apply reheating techniques including steaming, boiling or bain marie.

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work in a hospitality team

Function confidently within a group in hospitality services, in which each has his own responsibility in reaching a common goal which is a good interaction with the customers, guests or collaborators and their contentment.

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comply with food safety and hygiene

Respect optimal food safety and hygiene during preparation, manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution and delivery of food products.

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maintain a safe, hygienic and secure working environment

Preserve health, hygiene, safety and security in the workplace in accordance with relevant regulations.

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order supplies

Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.

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store raw food materials

Keep in reserve raw materials and other food supplies, following stock control procedures.

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Optional skills and competences 19 competences

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comply with standard portion sizes

Adhere to set portion sizes by cooking meals according to standard food portion sizes and recipe specifications.

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cook dairy products

Prepare eggs, cheese and other dairy products, combined with other products if necessary.

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cook meat dishes

Prepare meat dishes, including poultry and game. The complexity of the dishes depend on the type of meat, the cuts being used and how they are combined with other ingredients in their preparation and cooking.

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cook sauce products

Prepare all kinds of sauces (hot sauces, cold sauces, dressings), which are liquid or semi-liquid preparations that accompany a dish, adding flavour and moisture.

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cook vegetable products

Prepare dishes based on vegetables in combination with other ingredients if necessary.

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execute chilling processes to food products

Carry out chilling, freezing and cooling operation processes to food products such as fruit and vegetables, fish, meat, catering food. Prepare food products for extended periods of storage or half prepared food. Ensure safety and nutrition qualities of frozen goods and preserve products in accordance with specified temperatures.

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plan menus

Organise menus taking into account the nature and style of the establishment, client feedback, cost and the seasonality of ingredients.

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prepare dairy products for use in a dish

Prepare dairy products for use in a dish by cleaning, cutting or using other methods.

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prepare egg products for use in a dish

Make egg products for use in a dish by cleaning, cutting or using other methods.

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prepare meat products for use in a dish

Make meat products for use in a dish by cleaning, cutting or using other methods.

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prepare salad dressings

Make salad dressings by mixing desired ingredients.

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prepare sandwiches

Make filled and open sandwiches, paninis and kebabs.

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prepare saucier products for use in a dish

Make saucier products for use in a dish by cleaning, cutting or using other methods.

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prepare vegetable products for use in a dish

Make vegetable products, such as vegetables, pulses, fruits, grains and mushrooms for further use in dishes.

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store kitchen supplies

Keep delivered kitchen supplies for future use in a safe and hygiene place according to guidelines.

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check deliveries on receipt

Control that all order details are recorded, that faulty items are reported and returned and that all paperwork is received and processed, according to the purchasing procedures.

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control of expenses

Monitor and maintain effective cost controls, in regards to efficiencies, waste, overtime and staffing. Assessing excesses and strives for efficiency and productivity.

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handle chemical cleaning agents

Ensure proper handling, storage, management and disposal of cleaning chemicals (CIP) in accordance with regulations.

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The chemicals include hazardous materials.
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train employees

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.

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