Demonstrate dessert and baked goods presentation techniques.

Demonstration should include

  • decorating and garnishing
  • plating
  • presenting.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

  • How can food presentation techniques stimulate a customer's interest and enhance his/her satisfaction?
  • What are the pros and cons of different presentation techniques?
  • What are types of icing?

Communication

  • What is the difference between a kitchen dessert and a display presentation?
  • How can presentation techniques be communicated to kitchen employees?
  • How can dessert presentations be communicated to the customer?

Leadership

  • What resources are available to learn new food-presentation techniques?
  • How can technology be used to learn about presentation techniques?
  • How can one safely transport dessert and baked goods ready for presentation?

Management

  • How can garnishes enhance food presentation?
  • What equipment and tools are necessary for presentation?
  • How can reducing food waste be considered within the flow of food of a kitchen?
  • How can the concept of full use be integrated into dessert design?