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Prepare Asian appetisers and snacks

Prepare Asian appetisers and snacks

Unit of competency
National Code
SITHASC021
State Code
OEA73
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/10/2022
Field of Education
110109 - Cookery
Original Release Date
18/10/2022
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook Asian appetisers and snacks following standard recipes. 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.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.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 standard recipes.
  • 1.2 Calculate ingredient amounts according to requirements.
  • 1.3. Identify and select appetiser and snack 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. Weigh and measure 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 appetisers and snacks.
  • 4.1. Select and use relevant cookery processes for appetisers and snacks.
  • 4.2. Prepare stocks according to recipe.
  • 4.3. Prepare condiments according to recipe.
  • 4.4. Follow standard recipes and make food quality adjustments within scope of responsibility.
5. Present and store appetisers and snacks.
  • 5.1. Present dishes on appropriate service-ware.
  • 5.2. Add dips, sauces and garnishes according to standard recipes.
  • 5.3. Visually evaluate dish and adjust presentation.
  • 5.4. Store dishes 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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State Code National Code Title Type
AWS29 SITHASC002 Prepare Asian appetisers and snacks Unit of competency