Food preparation workers sanitize and clean work areas for chefs, cooks, or food service managers. They perform routine tasks such as preparing cold food, peeling vegetables, slicing meat, and brewing tea and coffee. Fast food restaurants employ food preparation workers to perform many duties, including taking customer orders, operating a cash register, cooking and preparing food, and packing orders. This job doesn’t require any formal education and may involve several weeks of training

A cleaner keeps a building clean and performs general facility repairs. They may work in schools, office buildings, factories, and hospitals. Attention to detail and efficient time management are the qualities employers typically look for when hiring cleaning staff. Janitorial or cleaner jobs don’t require a high school diploma, but candidates with a diploma may appeal more to employers or be more likely to receive opportunities for promotions.

housekeepers maintain the cleanliness of hotel lobbies, common areas, and guest or client rooms. They also replenish linens, clean rugs, upholstered furniture, and use vacuum cleaners and carpet shampooers. Working in a residential setting as a housekeeper, such as a long-term care facility, requires some experience being part of a team and engaging with residents and families. Good physical condition and endurance can allow housekeepers to complete their work on schedule.