Apex Institute of Education |SITHCCC005 – Learner Assessment Pack V2.0_Jun 2019 | CRICOS: 03156MPage of 312SITHCCC005 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookeryUNIT DESCRIPTIONThis unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use arange ofbasic cookery methods to prepare dishes.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. Thiscould includerestaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defenceforces, cafeterias, kiosks,cafes, residential caterers, in-flight and other transportcaterers, and event and functioncaterers.It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under closesupervision andguidance of more senior chefs. They follow predefined organisationalprocedures and report anydiscrepancies to a higher level staff member for action.ElementPerformance Criteria1.Selectingredients.1.1.Confirm food production requirements from food preparationlist andstandard recipes.1.2.Calculate ingredient amounts according to requirements.1.3.Identify and select ingredients from stores according torecipe, quality,freshness and stock rotation requirements.1.4.Check perishable supplies for spoilage or contaminationprior topreparation.2.Select,prepareand useequipment.2.1.Select type and size of equipment suitable to requirements.2.2.Safely assemble and ensure cleanliness of equipment beforeuse.2.3.Use equipment safely and hygienically according tomanufacturerinstructions.