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Prepare Asian salads

Prepare Asian salads

Unit of competency
National Code
SITHASC005
State Code
AWS26
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2016
Field of Education
110109 - Cookery
Original Release Date
12/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare salads, including sauces, dressings and accompaniments for national and regional Asian cuisines. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment and cookery methods.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that offer Asian cuisine and to cooks who usually work under the guidance of more senior chefs. The unit may be applied to one or more Asian cuisines.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
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 salad ingredients from stores according to recipe, quality, freshness and stock rotation requirements.
  • 1.4.Check perishable supplies for spoilage or contamination prior to preparation.
2. Select, prepare and use equipment.
  • 2.1.Select type and size of equipment suitable to requirements.
  • 2.2.Safely assemble and ensure cleanliness of equipment before use.
  • 2.3.Use equipment safely and hygienically according to manufacturer instructions.
3. Portion and prepare ingredients.
  • 3.1.Sort and assemble ingredients according to food production sequencing.
  • 3.2.Measure, weigh and portion ingredients according to recipe requirements.
  • 3.3.Prepare, cut and portion ingredients according to recipe and cooking style.
  • 3.4.Minimise waste to maximise profitability of food items prepared.
4. Prepare salads, sauces and dressings.
  • 4.1.Cook and combine salad ingredients according to recipe.
  • 4.2.Prepare marinades, flavourings and sauce mixtures and store at correct temperature until required.
  • 4.3.Prepare accompaniments for salads as required.
  • 4.4.Follow standard recipes and make food quality adjustments within scope of responsibility.
5. Present and store salads.
  • 5.1.Present salads on appropriate service-ware.
  • 5.2.Add accompaniments, garnishes and sauces as required.
  • 5.3.Visually evaluate dish and adjust presentation.
  • 5.4.Ensure food safety, quality and shelf life by storing food in appropriate environmental conditions.
  • 5.5.Clean work area and dispose of or store surplus and re-usable by-products according to organisational procedures, environmental considerations and cost-reduction initiatives.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF595 SITHASC205 Produce Asian salads Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEB37 SITHASC024 Prepare Asian salads Unit of competency