Identify utensils and other hand tools used in food preparation.

Identification should include

  • listing appropriate uses of each tool and utensil
  • describing types of knives and their uses
  • identifying the parts of a knife, including materials used to make each part
  • describing ways to use each tool and utensil in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

  • Why is it important to know the different parts of a knife and their uses and materials?
  • Why are the care and maintenance of hand tools important?
  • How do proper techniques for using hand tools and utensils affect production efficiency?
  • What are the basic safety tips for handling small hand tools and utensils?
  • How does the selection of hand tools and utensils contribute to cost effectiveness in food production?

Leadership

  • Why should all employees be aware of the dangers of operating tools and equipment?
  • Why is respect for tools and utensils an important part of kitchen culture?

Management

  • How does selection of hand tools and utensils affect product quality, utilization, and cooking properties?
  • What is the role of management in training employees to use hand tools and utensils safely?