SITHASC027Prepare Asian cooked dishes

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What an assessment for SITHASC027 must cover

27 assessable components: 5 elements (19 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 1 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 6 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Select ingredients.

  • 1.1Confirm food production requirements from standard recipes.
  • 1.2Calculate ingredient amounts according to requirements.
  • 1.3Identify and select ingredients from stores according to recipe, quality, freshness and stock rotation requirements.
  • 1.4Check perishable supplies for spoilage or contamination prior to reparation.

2 Select, prepare and use equipment.

  • 2.1Select type and size of equipment suitable to requirements.
  • 2.2Safely assemble and ensure cleanliness of equipment before use.
  • 2.3Use equipment safely and hygienically according to manufacturer instructions.

3 Portion and prepare ingredients.

  • 3.1Sort and assemble ingredients according to food production sequencing.
  • 3.2Measure, weigh and portion ingredients according to recipe requirements.
  • 3.3Select and use preparation methods according to recipe requirements.
  • 3.4Minimise waste to maximise profitability of food items prepared.

4 Cook Asian dishes.

  • 4.1Select and use appropriate cookery processes according to recipe requirements.
  • 4.2Prepare marinades, flavourings and sauce mixtures.
  • 4.3Follow standard recipes and make food quality adjustments within scope of responsibility.

5 Present and store Asian cooked dishes.

  • 5.1Present dishes on appropriate service-ware.
  • 5.2Add accompaniments, garnishes and sauces as required.
  • 5.3Visually evaluate dish and adjust presentation.
  • 5.4Ensure food safety, quality and shelf life by storing food in appropriate environmental conditions.
  • 5.5Clean work area and dispose of or store surplus and re-usable by-products according to organisational procedures, environmental considerations and cost-reduction initiatives.

Performance evidence

  • Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and: • follow standard recipes to prepare at least six cooked dishes from at least three of the following types of cuisine (across the preparation of the six dishes): • Chinese • Indian • Indonesian • Japanese • Korean • Malay and Nonya • Thai • Vietnamese • prepare the above six dishes using each of the following ingredients at least once (across the preparation of the six dishes): • meat • poultry • seafood • vegetables • meat analogues or substitutes • prepare the above six dishes demonstrating all of the preparation techniques and using each of the cookery processes listed in the knowledge evidence at least once (across the preparation of the six dishes) • prepare, plate and present the above dishes: • within commercial time constraints • following procedures for portion control and food safety practices when handling and storing Asian cooked dishes • responding to at least one special customer request.

Knowledge evidence

  • Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit: • culinary terms and trade names for ingredients commonly used in the production of Asian cooked dishes • required changes to dishes to reflect cultural and regional considerations and variations • contents of stock date codes and rotation labels • characteristics of Asian cooked dishes and their ingredients: • appearance and presentation • combinations of spices • quality indicators • service style • strength of flavours • taste • texture • preparation techniques used for Asian cooked dishes: • blanching • chopping • cleaning • coating • cutting • dicing • gutting • filleting • marinating • peeling • portioning • slicing • tenderising • trimming • humanely slaughtering shellfish or live fish • cookery processes used for Asian cooked dishes: • marinating • pickling • smoking • steaming • wok • appropriate environmental conditions for storing Asian cooked dishes to: • ensure food safety • optimise shelf life • safe operational practices using essential functions and features of equipment used to produce Asian cooked dishes.

Foundation skills

  • Reading skills to:: • locate information in standard recipes to determine food preparation requirements • interpret manufacturer instructions for equipment • locate and read date codes and rotation labels on food products.
  • Writing skills to:: • record notes on recipe requirements.
  • Numeracy skills to:: • calculate the number of portions • determine cooking times and temperatures • measure quantities of ingredients using simple measuring instruments.
  • Problem-solving skills to:: • evaluate quality of ingredients and finished dishes and make adjustments to ensure a quality product • adjust taste, texture and appearance of food products according to identified deficiencies.
  • Planning and organising skills to:: • efficiently sequence the stages of food preparation and production.
  • Self-management skills to:: • manage own speed, timing and productivity.

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Questions about assessing SITHASC027

What does an assessment tool for SITHASC027 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SITHASC027 needs to address all 27 unit components: 5 elements with 19 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 1 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for SITHASC027?

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