In the video, a person is seen cutting a potato into thin slices using a knife. The potato is placed on a wooden cutting board, and the person is using a large knife to make precise cuts. The cutting board is placed on a table, and there is a black pan visible in the background. The person's hands are visible as they hold the potato and knife, and they make several cuts to create thin slices. The potato slices are then placed on the cutting board, and the person continues to cut more potatoes. The video is shot from a top-down perspective, providing a clear view of the cutting process.