Food Servers, Nonrestaurant: Career & Application Guide

What do food servers, nonrestaurant do?

Serve food to individuals outside of a restaurant environment, such as in hotel rooms, hospital rooms, residential care facilities, or cars.

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Place food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions.
Clean or sterilize dishes, kitchen utensils, equipment, or facilities.
Monitor food distribution, ensuring that meals are delivered to the correct recipients and that guidelines, such as those for special diets, are followed.
Examine trays to ensure that they contain required items.
Load trays with accessories, such as eating utensils, napkins, or condiments.
Take food orders and relay orders to kitchens or serving counters so they can be filled.
Monitor food preparation or serving techniques to ensure that proper procedures are followed.
Remove trays and stack dishes for return to kitchen after meals are finished.
Carry food, silverware, or linen on trays or use carts to carry trays.
Record amounts and types of special food items served to customers.

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