Fast Food Cooks - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, fast food cooks:

Have a high level of social contact. They usually do not take orders directly from customers, but interact with wait staff, managers, and other cooks.
Are responsible for the health and safety of others.
May occasionally deal with unpleasant or rude customers.
Are somewhat responsible for the work done by coworkers.

Usually work indoors. May work outdoors at catered events or at an outdoor food stand.
Sometimes wear a special uniform.
Are sometimes exposed to situations that cause cuts and burns or slips and falls. However, injuries are usually minor.
Work near others, sometimes within a few feet or closer. Restaurant kitchens are often small spaces.
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May be exposed to distracting noises and sound levels from cooktops.
Often wear protective gear, such as gloves and aprons.
Are exposed to hot temperatures from fryers and grills.

Must fully complete and be exact in their work. Improperly prepared food might make people sick.
Must keep pace with the speed at which food is cooking and the numbers of orders placed.
May repeat the same activities, especially making the same recipe over and over.
Sometimes make decisions that affect coworkers and the company's reputation. They can make most decisions without talking to a supervisor first.
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Set most of their daily tasks and goals without talking to a supervisor first. Their tasks are often determined by food orders.