GST Michigan Works

On-the-job Training

• Workplace and Food Safety
  • Maintain workplace health and safety practices
  • Maintain food safety and sanitation practices in food preparation
  • Monitor and maintain worker and customer health, safety, and security
  • Apply first-aid principles and practices
• Food Preparation using Basic Cooking Methods and Techniques
  • Prepare dishes using basic cooking methods
  • Prepare appetizers and salads
  • Prepare and cook basic sauces and soups
  • Prepare vegetables, starches, fruits, and egg dishes
  • Prepare and cook basic meat, poultry, and game
  • Prepare seafood dishes
  • Prepare cakes, pastries, and breads
  • Prepare desserts
  • Prepare dairy products
  • Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
• Cooperative Kitchen Operations
  • Display efficient work practices
  • Schedule and plan food production workflow within a team environment
• Clean, Handle, and Maintain Tools and Equipment
  • Clean food production areas, equipment, and utensils
  • Handle and maintain knives
  • Handle and maintain pots and pans, utensils, and equipment
  • Clean and store small equipment
• Receive, Store, and Manage Inventory
  • Receive and store foods and goods
  • Maintain supply levels through inventory management
• Customer Service and Interdepartmental Teamwork
  • Practice customer service
  • Participate in teamwork, workplace operations, and staff dynamics
  • Stay current on organizational and industry best practices