Notes on employment for Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers

  • Many young people worked as cooks and food preparation workers—almost 20 percent were between 16 and 19 years old.
  • More than 2 out of 5 food preparation workers were employed part time.
  • Job openings are expected to be plentiful, primarily reflecting substantial replacement needs in this large occupation.




More information on Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers occupation
Number of Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers
Working conditions for Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers
Significant points for Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers
Training requirements for Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers




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