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Prepare and model marzipan

Prepare and model marzipan

Unit of competency
National Code
SITHPAT017
State Code
OEB57
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
24
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare marzipan from manufactured marzipan paste; produce and decorate a variety of modelled figures, shapes and flowers, and to ice specialised cakes with marzipan.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve specialist patisserie products, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.The preparation and modelling of marzipan is a high order technical skill used by experienced patissiers who operate independently or with limited guidance from others.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, portion and prepare ingredients.
  • 1.1. Identify and select ingredients from stores according to recipe, quality, freshness and stock rotation requirements.
  • 1.2. Weigh and measure wet and dry ingredients according to the recipe and quantity of marzipan required.
  • 1.3. Minimise waste to maximise profitability of food items produced.
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. Prepare modelling marzipan.
  • 3.1. Combine ingredients to create a smooth paste of a consistency best suited to modelling marzipan.
  • 3.2. Flavour and colour marzipan according to recipe or design requirements and soften with egg whites if required.
  • 3.3. Identify taste, texture and consistency problems and make adjustmentsto maintain desired product characteristics.
4. Prepare moulded and modelled shapes.
  • 4.1. Model marzipan by hand or shape with the aid of moulds to produce variety of figures, fruits and flowers.
  • 4.2. Use colourings, decorations and coating agents to enhance appearance and presentation.
  • 4.3. Seal finished shapes to preserve freshness, eating characteristics and appearance.
  • 4.4. Visually evaluate finished marzipan shapes and adjust presentation.
  • 4.5. Store marzipan products in the appropriate environmental conditions.
5. Use marzipan to cover finished product.
  • 5.1. Ensure surface of item to be covered is level and smooth.
  • 5.2. Roll out marzipan to specified size and thickness.
  • 5.3. Apply marzipan ensuring a smooth and seamless finish.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWR30 SITHPAT007 Prepare and model marzipan Unit of competency