Cooks, Fast Food
Historical Job Growth
Civilian:
Job Outlook*
Job opportunities for cooks and food preparation workers are expected to be good because of high turnover and the need to replace the workers who leave these occupations. The enjoyment of eating out and a preference for ready-made meals from a growing population will cause employment of these workers to increase, but slower than the average rate for all occupations over the 2008?18 decade.
Opportunities to Get Ahead*
The American Culinary Federation certifies chefs in different skill levels. For cooks seeking certification and advancement to higher-level chef positions, certification can help to demonstrate accomplishment and lead to higher-paying positions.
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Projected Civilian Job Growth
Future job growth is projected to decline slowly or moderately
*Job Outlook and Opportunities to Get Ahead relate to Cooks, Fast Food, which includes Cooks, Fast Food; Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria; Cooks, Private Household; Cooks, Restaurant; Cooks, Short Order; Cooks, All Other; Food Preparation Workers.
Data supplied by: Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center
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