2. Select, prepare and use equipment. 2.1.Select type and size of knives and other equipment suitable to requirements.

ELEMENTS  

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Select ingredients.

1.1.Confirm food production requirements from food preparation list and standard recipes.

1.2.Calculate ingredient amounts according to requirements.

1.3.Identify and select poultry products and other ingredients from stores according to recipe, quality, freshness and stock rotation requirements.

2. Select, prepare and use equipment.

2.1.Select type and size of knives and other equipment suitable to requirements.

2.2.Safely assemble and ensure cleanliness of equipment before use.

2.3.Use knives and other equipment safely and hygienically according to manufacturer instructions.

3. Portion and prepare ingredients.

3.1.Thaw frozen poultry according to food safety guidelines as required.

3.2.Sort and assemble ingredients according to food production sequencing.

3.3.Weigh and measure ingredients and create portions according to recipe.

3.4.Use poultry preparation techniques according to recipe requirements.

3.5.Minimise waste to maximise profitability of food items prepared.

4. Cook poultry dishes.

4.1.Follow standard recipes to select and use cookery methods for poultry.

4.2.Prepare poultry accompaniments and add marinades as required.

4.3.Make food quality adjustments  within scope of responsibility.

5. Present poultry dishes.

5.1.Carve poultry using appropriate tools and techniques, taking account of meat and bone structure and waste minimisation.

5.2.Portion and serve poultry according to recipe requirements.

5.3.Add sauces and garnishes according to standard recipes and regional variations.

5.4.Visually evaluate dish and adjust presentation  as required.

5.5.Store dishes in appropriate environmental conditions .

5.6.Clean work area, and dispose of or store surplus and re-usable by-products according to organisational procedures, environmental considerations, and cost-reduction initiatives.