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SIT30816 Certificate III Commercial Cookery
Unit of Competency
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SITHCCC006 Prepare appetisers and salads
Assessment
Assessment Task: WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
Due Date:
Assessment Instructions:
● Complete all tasks detailed in the following pages
● Fill in this assessment cover sheet and submit with your completed assessment task
● Sign the declaration
● Submit the completed task within the outlined timeframe
● Short answers should be between 5 and 20 words.
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● List the applicable performance and knowledge evidence being assessed by this assessment task.
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Seungjin Jun
Student Name:
AIC 4279
Student ID:
Date: 16/03/2018
Student Signature:
Assessment Outcome: S NS
Activities
Complete the following activities individually or in a group (as applicable to the specific activity
and the assessment environment).
Where applicable, a signed observation by either an approved third party or the assessor will need
to be included in these activities as proof of completion.
Activity 1A
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to confirm food production requirements
from food preparation list and standard recipes
1. List the reasons why a food preparation list is a valuable tool.
- Efhcenry
- Helps stuff to know what they are doing
- Keeps you organised and prepared
- Ensure nothing is missed
- Ingredients
- Method
- Time
- Equipment
- Portion sizes
Activity 1B
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to calculate ingredient amounts according
to requirements
Using the information from the recipe below, calculate the amount of
ingredients that would be needed if 10 servings were required. You may use
rounding of amounts if necessary.
15 tbsp mayonnaise
5 tbsp lemon juice
Seasoning, to taste
1750g sweet apples, cored and chopped
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Activity 1C
Estimated Time 20 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to identify and select appetiser and salad
ingredients from stores according to recipe, quality, freshness and stock
rotation requirements
1. What indicators may there be that the following produce was not fresh
and/or of poor quality?
3. What steps would you take with regards to stock rotation to minimise
wastage?
- Using the FIFO method
- Organising less more often
- Re use food products when possible
Activity 1D
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to check perishable supplies for spoilage
or contamination prior to preparation
1. What is meant by the term ‘perishable supplies’?
- Perishable
2. Give 5 examples of different things that may indicate supplies are spoiled
or contaminated.
7 discoulouration
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3. What should you do if you find supplies that are spoiled or contaminated?
Activity 2A
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to select type and size of equipment
suitable to requirements
Create an equipment list of at least 5 items for each of the following
categories:
Basic equipment – those items that are used for the creation of nearly
every dish
container
clining wrap
foil
baking paper
* Vacuum system
* closed top cutting skips
* cutting dryer type WSM
* rubber gloves
* piping bag
*baking paper
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Activity 2B
Estimated Time 20 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to safely assemble and ensure cleanliness
of equipment before use
1. List at least 5 precautions that should be taken when using electrical
kitchen equipment.
No wet hands
No water around machine
Don’t use equipment if cord is damaged
Turn off equipment before use
Keep hands away from blades
2. According to section 3.2.3 of the Food standards code, what factors make
equipment easier to clean?
Activity 2C
Estimated Time 20 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to use equipment safely and hygienically
according to manufacturer instructions
1. Outline the process for the safe washing of knives.
2. What precautions should you take when removing items from machinery?
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Activity 3A
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to sort and assemble ingredients
according to food production sequencing
1. Provide an overview of no more than 100 words of the ‘mise en place’
method of preparation.
- ‘Set in place’ = This means to have all ingredients ready before you
start the production of cooking
- Scales
- Measuring jugs
- Measuring spoons
2. Within your workplace, locate a recipe and from it, identify all the steps
you would take to ensure the ‘mise en place’ stage of food production
was complete.
Activity 3B
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to weigh and measure ingredients and
create portions according to recipe
1. List the types of measuring and weighing equipment that may be used in
a commercial kitchen.
2. Within your workplace identify the weighing scales and ensure you know
how to use and read them correctly.
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Activity 3C
Estimated Time 30 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to clean and cut salad ingredients using
basic culinary cuts according to quality standards
1. Explain how to clean fruits and vegetables thoroughly in no more than
200 words.
Large dice- 5 * 5 mm
Julienne- matchstick
Brunoise- 3*3mm
Activity 3D
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to minimise waste to maximise
profitability of food items prepared
List at least 6 steps that can be taken, both in the kitchen and from menu
decisions to minimise waste and maximise profit in the workplace.
Using FIFO
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Order correctly
Using extra for specials
Make compost
Make staff meals with leftovers
Use vegetable of cuts for stocks and sauces
Activity 4A
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to select and use relevant cookery
methods for salads and appetisers
Outline the cookery methods may you need to use to make the following
dishes:
Pear and goat’s cheese blini – poach pear and fry bilini
Activity 4B
Estimated Time 15 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to prepare sauces and dressings
according to recipe
1. List all the ingredients for a classic Caesar dressing.
- Anchovies
- Eggs
- Worcestershire sauce
- Parmesan cheese
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- Oil
- Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Make a roux
- Add your pan juices stocks until you have a smooth consistency
- Season with salt and pepper
Activity 4C
Estimated Time 40 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to follow standard recipes and make food
quality adjustments within scope of responsibility
1. Define the scope of responsibility in no more than 100 words and identify
your scope of responsibility for quality food adjustments within your
workplace.
- Taste
- Temperature
- Texture
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3. Using cookery books, internet searches or another method, find and write
down a recipe appropriate for each of the following categories:
Canape - using a cracker or flat snack. Usually use tuna, fruits etc
Activity 5A
Estimated Time 20 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to present dishes on appropriate service-
ware
1. Give at least 5 examples of service-ware you could use to present salads
and appetisers on.
Tiles
Tiered platters
Shot glasses
Wooden chopping boards
Stone
Bowls
2. What service-ware might you use for the following occasions? Provide
two answers for each.
Charity ball
Chrystal glasses
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Activity 5B
Estimated Time 20 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to add dips, sauces and garnishes
according to standard recipes and regional variations
1. Which artistic techniques can be employed to apply sauces to a plate?
Briefly, explain each one (no more than 25 words each).
- Lines
- Point
- Pools
- Brushes
- Drops
Edible flowers
Fresh herbs
Shallots
Croutons
Fresh vegetable
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Activity 5C
Estimated Time 20 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to visually evaluate dish and adjust
presentation
1. What must you consider when visually evaluating a dish?
- Colour contrast
- Balance
- Garnish
- Presentation
- Plan
- Simplicity
- Balance
- Portion
- Presentation
3. Give three examples of questions you might ask yourself when visually
evaluating a dish.
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Activity 5D
Estimated Time 25 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to store dishes in appropriate
environmental conditions
1. What factors need to be considered when storing dishes?
- Atmosphere
- Humidity
- Light
- Packaging
- Temperature
- Use of contaminers
- Ventilation
- Dries out
- Vitamins and proteins
- Fats
- Colours
4. What type of packaging and containers may be used for storing dishes?
- Cling warp
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Activity 5E
Estimated Time 30 Minutes
Objective To provide you with an opportunity to clean work area, and dispose of or
store surplus and re-usable by-products according to organisational
procedures, environmental considerations, and cost-reduction initiatives
1. Identify the two stages of effective cleaning and elaborate on each in no
more than 250 words.
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3. Discuss the ways in which produce can be reused to maximise profits and
minimise the environmental impact.
A signed observation by either an approved third party or the assessor will need to be included in
this activity as proof of completion.
Answer the activity in as much detail as possible, considering your organisational requirements.
All activity answers will vary depending on the learner and the organisation they work for but the
learner should be able to demonstrate their competency in the unit requirements.
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1. Within your workplace or organisation, find an appetiser recipe or food preparation list. Using
the recipe or list, locate necessary ingredients within your kitchen stores and list the date code
and any rotation label information for each.
Nicoiz salad
Ingredients
400g kipfler potatoes, halved lengthways
olive oil cooking spray
3 hard-boiled eggs
175g baby beans, trimmed
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 Lebanese cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup pitted black olives
425g can tuna in brine, drained, flaked
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
Use by dates :
Can tuna : 8/02/2020
Black olives : 19/11/2021
2. For one recipe where a cooked/heated element is required, locate the relevant recipe and
calculate ingredients needed to cater for 12 people. Locate the correct cooking temperatures in
the recipe and set the necessary equipment to that temperature.
Caramel pudding
Ingredients
260g caster sugar
2 eggs, plus 2 extra egg yolks
350ml vanilla-flavoured soy milk
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Methods
Place 1 cup (220g) sugar and 1/2 cup water in a pan over low heat, stirring to
dissolve sugar. Brush down sides of pan with a damp pastry brush to prevent
crystals forming. Increase heat, boil for 5 minutes until a golden caramel forms.
Step 3
Step 4
Lightly whisk the eggs, extra yolks and remaining sugar. Whisk in milk, then strain
mixture into the moulds. Place moulds in a roasting pan, add boiling water until
halfway up the sides of the moulds. Bake for 25 minutes or until just set. Remove,
cool, then chill overnight.
Step 5
3. For one standard recipe used within your organisation, efficiently sequence the stages of food
preparation and production and show that you can manage your own speed, timing and
productivity so that 12 uniform dishes are completed and presented within a time frame given
to you by your assessor.
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The answers to the following questions will enable you to demonstrate your knowledge of:
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Culinary terms and trade names for ingredients commonly used in the production of different
appetisers and salads
Contents of stock date codes and rotation labels and their implication for food quality standards
Appropriate environmental conditions for storing appetiser and salad products to:
o ensure food safety
o optimise shelf life
Safe operational practices using essential functions and features of equipment used to produce
appetisers and salads
Answer each question in as much detail as possible, considering your organisational requirements
for each one.
All answers will vary depending on the learner and the organisation they work for but the learner
should be able to answer each question competently.
1. Using information from the learner guide, create an alphabetised glossary of terms related to
the creation of salads and appetisers. It should have at least 15 entries.
1. Antipasto
2. Baba Ganoush
3. Balsamic
4. Blanching
5. Caesar
6. Canape
7. Cold Salad
8. Dressing
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9. Gravy
10. Hors d’oeuvre
11. Nicoise
12. Ranch
13. Tapas
14. Tzatziki
15. Warm salad
16. Homus
2. Explain the difference between use-by dates, best before dates and rotation labels in no more
than 200 words.
Use by dates – can be used up until this date
Best before – can be used after but quality is best before
3. Your assessor will assign you one variety of salad, e.g. Russian. Create a presentation about it
that must include information about the following:
5. List 4 cookery methods that can be used in the preparation of salads and appetisers and outline
them in no more than 200 words each.
boiling
grilling
frying
poaching
6. List 5 common sauces and dressings that can be used with salads and appetisers.
Caesar
Balsamic
Ranch
Italian
Blue cheese
7. Choose one standard salad or appetiser recipe used within your workplace or organisation and
list all the mise en place processes you would need to carry out. Explain in no more than 100
words how carrying out these processes impacts upon the dish’s preparation.
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Ingredients
120g pkt Coles Australian Baby Rocket
2 small pears, thinly sliced lengthways
1/4 cup (20g) shaved parmesan
2 tbs pine nuts, toasted
1 tbs balsamic glaze
2 tbs olive oil
Methods
Place the rocket and pear on a serving platter. Top with parmesan and pine
nuts.
8. What would the appropriate environmental conditions be for a smoked salmon and cream
cheese appetiser platter that was due to be served in an hour’s time in order to ensure the food
remained safe and to retain its quality and freshness?
9. For one piece of equipment used in sandwich preparation, explain the essential functions and
features. You may refer to the manufacturer’s manual if needed.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS This appliance is
for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. It may be plugged into any 120-volt AC electrical outlet (ordinary
household current). Do not use any other type of outlet. To avoid burns, caution should be taken
when handling the sandwich maker. The sides of the heating plates are exposed and may be hot.
During the first few minutes of initial use, you may notice smoke and a slight odor. This is normal
and will quickly disappear. HOW TO USE THE SANDWICH MAKER 1. Check to ensure that the
heating plates are clean and free from dust. If necessary, wipe with a damp cloth. 2. When using
the sandwich maker for the first time, brush the heating plates with oil, butter or margarine. 3.
Close the lid. 4. Plug appliance into a standard electrical outlet. Both the red power light and
amber ready light will come on; unit will immediately begin heating. 5. Allow the appliance to pre-
heat for approximately 5 minutes while preparing the sandwiches. The amber ready light will
come on when unit has reached heating temperature. 6. Open sandwich maker; place a slice of
bread on the bottom plate with the buttered side down. (For golden-toasted sandwiches, butter
the outside of the bread.) 7. Place filling onto the bread. 8. Place the second slice of bread atop the
filling with the buttered side up. Carefully close the top of the sandwich maker. Do not force shut.
Steam will be released between the plates. Caution should be taken to prevent hands from
coming in contact with the steam. 9. Secure the two halves of the sandwich maker with the latch.
10. Toasting time should take approximately 3-5 minutes. Exact toasting time will be a matter of
taste and will depend on type of bread and filling used. The amber ready light turns on and off as
the unit cycles to maintain ideal heating temperature; this prevents overheating. Avoid opening
the sandwich maker before toasting is completed, as this may cause the sandwich to toast poorly.
11. When the sandwiches are toasted to taste, remove the sandwich using a plastic or wooden
spatula. Do not use metal tongs or knives, as this may damage the non-stick coating. 12. Keep the
lids closed to preserve the heat until ready for the next sandwich. 13. After use, immediately
unplug from the electrical outlet. 14. If sandwiches are not to be consumed immediately, place the
sandwiches on a paper napkin to absorb condensation. To keep hot, place on a rack in an
ovenproof dish and warm in the oven at about 200°-250°F. Sandwiches will keep for about 20
minutes and then begin to dry out. RECIPES LEFTOVERS: Transform leftovers into toasted
sandwiches. Here are a few suggestions. Butter outside of bread. Place bread slice (buttered side
down) onto the preheated sandwich maker. Add filling, top with another slice of bread (buttered
side up). Lower lid, clamp and toast. Curried Chicken 1/4 cup finely chopped, cooked chicken 1/4
teaspoon curry powder 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1/4 tablespoon chopped parsley Combine all
ingredients to prepare filling. Fruit Surprise 1/4 cup leftover canned fruit 1-2 teaspoons sugar 1/4-
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or mixed spice 1 tablespoon sour cream Combine all ingredients to
prepare filling. Vegetable Medley 1/4 cup leftover cooked vegetables Salt and freshly ground
pepper 2 tablespoons grated American cheese 1/4 teaspoon curry powder Combine all ingredients
to prepare filling. Spaghetti or Baked Beans: Use 1/3 cup leftover canned spaghetti or baked
beans. Roast Beef: Spread inside of bread with cream cheese. Place one to three pieces of roast
beef on bottom slice, as desired. Spread roast beef with mustard or horseradish sauce. Add top
slice of bread and toast. PIZZA FILLINGS: Butter one side of a slice of bread. Spread the unbuttered
side with 1 teaspoon tomato paste or packaged pizza sauce. If desired, sprinkle with a little
oregano, basil, marjoram or thyme. Add any of the suggested fillings or improvise with your own
ideas. Note: Soften onions, green pepper and mushrooms in a little butter or margarine before
using in a filling. Mushroom 1-2 cocktail onions, finely chopped 1 slice American cheese 4 canned
whole mushrooms, sliced 1 green olive, sliced Neapolitan 1 tablespoon chopped anchovies 1 black
olive, sliced 1-2 slices mozzarella cheese 1 teaspoon parmesan cheese 2-3 canned mushrooms,
sliced 2 rings of green pepper, softened in butter Salami 2 slices salami 1 slice cheddar cheese 2-3
rings onion, softened in butter 1 green olive, sliced HEALTHY INSPIRATIONS Ingredients sufficient
for 4 triangles, using 4 slices of bread. Turkey Sandwich 2 asparagus spears 2 slices tomato 2 slices
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smoked turkey Creamy Ricotta Sandwich 1/3 cup low-fat ricotta cheese 1 tablespoon raisins 1/2
stalk celery, sliced Cinnamon or pepper to taste Chicken Sandwich 2 mushrooms, sliced1/2 green
pepper, sliced 2 oz. cooked chicken breast, sliced and skin removed Crabmeat Sandwich 1/3 cup
crabmeat 2 teaspoons low-fat yogurt Chili powder to taste 2 slices tomato SWEET TREATS
Caramelized Pineapple 2 tablespoons butter 2 slices pineapple, drained 2 tablespoons brown sugar
4 slices raisin bread Cream butter and brown sugar. Spread mixture onto the inside of two slices of
raisin bread. Cut pineapple slices into half lengthwise. Place two pineapple slices onto each slice of
bread; top with remaining slices of bread. Apple Raisin Toast 4 slices raisin bread 2 teaspoons
sugar 1/3 cup stewed apples or canned pie apples 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Place apples onto
bread. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Chocolate Raisin Nut Bread 1/4 cup raisins 2
tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts 1/2 teaspoon mixed spice Melted chocolate.
Combine raisins, walnuts, honey and mixed spices. Place filling onto bread and cook according to
general instructions. Dip half of each toasted sandwich in melted chocolate. Allow to set. USER
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user
serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Refer it to qualified personnel if servicing is
needed. NEVER IMMERSE APPLIANCE IN WATER. UNPLUG AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE
CLEANING. TO CLEAN: Do not use steel wool, scouring pads or abrasive cleaners, as this will
damage the finish. Inside cleaning: Wipe heating plates with absorbent paper toweling or a soft
cloth. Although the heating plates are coated with a non-stick coating, some filling may still adhere
to the sandwich maker. To remove, simply pour a little cooking oil onto the baked-on food; allow
to stand for 5 to 10 minutes. This should soften the food and make it easy to remove with
absorbent paper toweling or a soft cloth. If the preceding measure fails to remove the food
residue, we suggest wiping the heating plates with a slightly dampened cloth and a little non-
abrasive detergent. Outside cleaning: Wipe dry with a soft, dry cloth. The sandwich maker is
designed for cord storage and can be placed in a vertical position (handles pointed up) for neat
and compact storage. TO STORE: Unplug unit and allow to cool. Store in its box or in a clean, dry
place. Never store it while it is hot or still plugged in. Never wrap cord tightly around the
appliance. Do not put any stress on cord where it enters unit, as this could cause cord to fray and
break.
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Assessor’s name
Unit of Competence
Date(s) of assessment
Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
Workbook - Completed
Assessment A – Observation
Assessment B - Questionnaire
Learner’s signature
Assessor’s signature
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