Inspecting food items to ensure high qualityMonitoring and controlling temperatures of ovens, grills, and cooking equipmentPreparing and cooking a variety of dishesSeasoning dishes during the cooking processPlating food portions and enhancing them with gravies, sauces, and garnishesStoring food in facilities with controlled temperaturesAdapting food preparation to meet specific dietary needsPotentially creating menus and estimating food quantitiesProviding training to kitchen staff and apprentices