According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Peel, wash, trim, and cook vegetables and meats, and bake breads and pastries. | 96% |
| Cool, package, label, and freeze foods for later consumption and provide instructions for reheating. | 95% |
| Plan menus according to employers' needs and diet restrictions. | 93% |
| Shop for or order food and kitchen supplies and equipment. | 93% |
| Prepare meals in private homes according to employers' recipes or tastes, handling all meals for the family and possibly for other household staff. | 90% |
| Keep records pertaining to menus, finances, and other business-related issues. | 89% |
| Stock, organize, and clean kitchens and cooking utensils. | 88% |
| Direct the operation and organization of kitchens and all food-related activities, including the presentation and serving of food. | 81% |
| Specialize in preparing fancy dishes or food for special diets. | 81% |
| Plan and prepare food for parties, holiday meals, luncheons, special functions, and other social events. | 72% |
| Create and explore new cuisines. | 71% |
| Serve meals and snacks to employing families and their guests. | 64% |
| Travel with employers to vacation homes to provide meal preparation at those locations. | 43% |
