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Supervises and manages the running of a farm.
Looks after and breeds laboratory animals used in medical, veterinary and dental research.
Prepares and serves coffee in a café, generally applied to those who prepare coffee using espresso machines. Baristas often also have the responsibilities of a sales assistant.
A travelling head is part of the stable staff team responsible for all duties required to take mares and foals to stallion farms during the breeding season, yearlings to sales, Racehorses to the Racecourse, or horses to the vet clinic.
Conducts research and studies the various ways crops and plants can be cultivated, genetically altered, towards improved production and yield.
Works on a farm helping the farmer or farm manager with his/her running of the farm.
Supervises the work of catering assistants at events or at catering establishments such as cafes and self-service restaurants.
Responsible for all aspects of a running and maintaining a fishing vessel, including its crew. Decides where and when to fish, and how the fish are sold.
A grounds person works as part of the racecourse team to ensure that the racing track is kept in premium condition, this involves maintaining a safe racing surface, applying nutrients or pesticides, cutting grass and dealing with issues caused by the weather such as a waterlogged track. On race days they replace divots after each race.
The role of the racehorse trainer is to train thoroughbred horses to win races. However, the role encompasses a host of other activities which include the welfare and safety of both of both staff and horses, liaising with various owners and keeping them up to date regarding their horse, the daily routine of the racehorse, and picking suitable races for the horse.
Works in a kitchen and performs duties such as cleaning, washing up and basic food preparation.
Operates a variety of commercial grass cutting machinery and other equipment in amenity horticulture environment e.g. sports ground maintenance.