Demonstrate operation of commercial and/or residential kitchen equipment.
Demonstration should include
- selecting kitchen equipment for a task
- using the equipment to produce foods that are of high quality in appearance and consistency.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What is the difference between hand tools and kitchen equipment?
- How does one know when to use a piece of kitchen equipment as opposed to a hand tool?
Communication
- What types of preparation equipment are used in the food service kitchen?
- What equipment is needed for holding and serving food and beverages?
Leadership
- What should be considered before performing maintenance on a piece of kitchen equipment?
- How does one decide what type of equipment to select for the kitchen?
Management
- What are some methods of cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment?
- What are some preventive maintenance tasks involved with kitchen equipment?