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8.05 Discuss Career Opportunities in the Food Industry
Waiters and waitresses
Dishwashers
Buspersons
Hosts and hostesses
Cafeteria attendants
Good math skills
Ability to stay calm under pressure
Ability to work well and get along with others
Willingness to learn more about food and preparation
Farm laborers
Food canning worker
Stock clerks
Cashiers
Baggers
Deli clerks
Food-processing Industry - Companies in the food
processing industry take raw agricultural products
(such as grains) and turn them into the food products
that we eat everyday (like bread and cereal).
Managers – Usually experienced and may have college
degree requirements
Inventory = the amount of each product that is in
stock at any one time
Store owners need to know the precise number of
items on their shelves and storage areas in order to
place orders or control losses
Apprentice = an employee who studies a position
under the supervision of a senior worker for a period of
time in order to learn the trade
They make sure that the taste, texture, and appearance
of products meet plant standards, or they monitor the
safety and cleanliness of food processing plants
Dietitians - is an expert in food and nutrition
(Registered Dietitian)
Nutritionists - A 'nutritionist' is a person who advises
people on matters of nutrition
Dietitians and nutritionists plan food and nutrition
programs, supervise meal preparation, and oversee the
serving of meals. They prevent and treat illnesses by
promoting healthy eating habits and recommending
dietary modifications.
Requires a college degree and
additional certifications
Food Scientist -Food scientists work in the food
processing industry. Educated in nutrition, biology,
and chemistry, food scientists use their knowledge to
improve methods of processing, canning, freezing,
storing, packaging, and distributing food
Agronomists - involved with many issues including
producing food, creating healthier food, managing
environmental impact of agriculture, and creating
energy from plants.