An Assistant Cook works under the direct supervision of an Executive Chef or Sous Chef. Assistants Cooks work in restaurants, cafes, kitchens, and hotels. The Assistant Cook is responsible for preparing food as directed by a senior cook, plating dishes in an attractive way, and ensuring the quality of different dishes. Assistants Cooks are responsible for knowing how to use a variety of techniques to prepare whatever dish he or she is assigned to. Often, in a large kitchen, a Assistant Cook is assigned to a single station where he or she will be responsible for preparing a single type of food.