Short-Order Cook how-to

How to Cook Eggs to Order

Eggs test every cook.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Eggs test every cook. In short: heat; oil; crack, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Heat the griddle.

  2. Oil lightly.

  3. Crack low.

  4. Cook to the order.

  5. Flip gently for over eggs.

  6. Plate fast.

Safety reminders for short-order cooks

  • Prevent burns
  • Follow food safety
  • Prevent slips
  • Watch hot oil

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