chilling operator

Chilling operators perform various processes and tend specific machines for manufacturing prepared meals and dishes. They apply chilling, sealing, and freezing methods to foodstuffs for non-immediate consumption.

Alternative Labels

chilling operator

prepared meals operator

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply HACCP execute chilling processes to food products manufacture prepared meals monitor freezing processes apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages apply preservation treatments apply GMP maintain food specifications carry out checks of production plant equipment label foodstuffs administer ingredients in food production clean food and beverage machinery collect samples for analysis ensure sanitation follow hygienic procedures during food processing ensure refrigeration of food in the supply chain weigh materials check quality of products on the production line follow production schedule

Essential Knowledge

food canning production line food storage manufacturing of different chilled prepared meals

Optional Skills and Competences

adjust drying process to goods knead food products keep inventory of goods in production care for food aesthetic apply food technology principles operate mixing of food products ensure correct goods labelling use new technologies in food manufacturing

Optional Knowledge

prepared meals

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/2a2da883-8af5-4b98-832e-00e6681b22c3

Status

released

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