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Sandwich Maker Duties and Responsibilities

Sandwich makers' responsibilities vary depending on their restaurant's location, size, hours, and cost, but a few core tasks are almost always associated with the job. Based on listings we analyzed, these duties are typically assigned to sandwich makers:

Sandwich Preparation Sandwich makers craft sandwiches for customers. They receive a customer request and carefully select cuts of meat and bread, such as white, whole wheat, or rye. They dress the sandwich with garnishes such as chopped onions and lettuce between slices of bread.

General Food Preparation Sandwich makers cut and prep vegetables and meats for sandwiches. To prepare for the restaurant's opening, they may slice cold meats and cheese by hand or machine. They make garnishes for sandwiches such as sliced pickles and sliced tomatoes.

Line Cooking Depending on where they work, sandwich makers may be required to cook, mix, and season other ingredients to create dressings, fillings, and various sandwich spreads. They may also fry steaks, eggs, bacon, and other meats for hot sandwiches.

Perform Cashier Duties Many sandwich makers handle all forms of money during their work shift. They are required to use a cash register or a point of sale system to record customers' orders and total their bills, collecting payments from guests and giving back change.

Cleaning and Restocking Supplies Restocking condiments and other supplies as needed is another task of sandwich makers. They ensure everything is in place to serve customers throughout an entire shift. They place food neatly according to established procedures in a timely way. Furthermore, they clean and maintain all areas of their workspace to promote a clean image and maintain sanitation standards.

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Sandwich Maker Skills and Qualifications

Sandwich makers should have excellent interpersonal skills. People with positive attitudes thrive in this job. Though prior experience as a sandwich maker is generally not required, the following skills are essential to get the job done:
  • Food preparation - meat slicing, cutting and preparation of food
  • Customer service - helping customers and answering phones is sometimes a part of this job
  • Interpersonal skills - patience, attentiveness, and upbeat communication are skills a sandwich maker must use when preparing sandwiches for patrons
  • Physical requirements - sandwich makers are on their feet for the majority of their shift and are occasionally tasked with lifting or cleaning heavy objects
  • Memorization - sandwich makers are expected to learn their restaurant' s menu and sandwich options, including the order in which certain sandwiches are made
  • Collaboration - sandwich makers are usually part of a food service team and must work well with others to create a seamless customer experience
  • Organizational skills - the duties that sandwich makers take on are managed simultaneously throughout a shift, requiring them to multitask effectively and prioritize
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Sandwich Maker Education and Training

There are no minimum educational requirements to become a sandwich maker. Previous experience working with food is helpful but not necessary. Food service workers can usually obtain employment without a high school diploma. Many employers offer on-the-job-training to the right candidates. Some sandwich makers receive written manuals or formal training on food safety.
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Sandwich Maker Salary and Outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) lists the median hourly salary for sandwich makers (food preparation workers) as $10.93. The highest ten percent of sandwich makers earn more than $15.45, while the lowest ten percent earn less than $8.54. Depending on the restaurant, benefits such as healthcare and vacation time may be available for employees who work a certain amount of hours. Employment for sandwich makers is expected to grow 8 percent through 2026, which the BLS says is as fast average for all occupations. Population and income growth are expected to result in larger consumer demand for convenience food, including sandwiches.
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Helpful Resources

Find jobs for sandwich makers, learn work strategies and tips, read news updates, and use career resources available in these books and websites:

National Restaurant Association (NRA) - NRA is the largest foodservice trade association in the world. Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management (SHFM) - This national association represents executives in the corporate foodservice and workplace hospitality service.

The Encyclopedia of Sandwiches: Recipes, History, and Trivia for Everything Between Sliced Bread - This book details every sandwich imaginable and provides tips and tricks for creating the perfect sandwich every time.

Sandwiches! - This fully-illustrated guidebook will help you easily assemble a variety of delicious sandwiches, a great skill to have as a sandwich maker.

Restaurant Workers Association - This national association offers deals, discounts, and services for restaurant workers along with job listings, and latest industry news.

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