SITHCCC037 — Prepare seafood dishes

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What an assessment for SITHCCC037 must cover

43 assessable components: 5 elements (19 performance criteria), 4 performance evidence and 14 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 seafood products and other ingredients from stores according to recipe, quality, freshness and stock rotation requirements.

2 Select, prepare and use equipment.

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

3 Portion and prepare ingredients.

3.1Thaw frozen seafood according to food safety guidelines as required.
3.2Sort and assemble ingredients according to food production sequencing.
3.3Weigh and measure ingredients and create portions according to recipe.
3.4Use seafood preparation techniques according to recipe.
3.5Minimise waste to maximise profitability of food items prepared.

4 Cook seafood dishes.

4.1Follow standard recipes to select and use seafood cookery methods.
4.2Prepare seafood accompaniments and add sauces as required.
4.3Make food quality adjustments within scope of responsibility.

5 Present fish and shellfish.

5.1Portion and serve fish and shellfish according to recipe requirements.
5.2Add sauces and garnishes according to standard recipes.
5.3Visually evaluate dish and adjust presentation.
5.4Store prepared food items 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 ten finished seafood dishes using each of the following seafood classifications at least once (at least once across preparation of the ten dishes): - flat and round fish - oily and white fish - ocean and freshwater fish - shellfish: - crustaceans including green prawns - molluscs - octopus and squid
use each of the following seafood preparation techniques at least once when preparing the above dishes (at least once across the preparation of the ten dishes): - cleaning - scaling - pin-bone removal - filleting - flat and round fish - portioning - shelling - skinning
use each of the following cookery methods at least once when preparing the above dishes (at least once across preparation of the ten dishes): - deep frying - shallow frying - grilling - poaching - sous vide - steaming - whole baked
prepare, plate and present two portions each of the above finished dishes: - within commercial time constraints and deadlines - following procedures for portion control and food safety practices when handling and storing seafood - responding to at least one special customer request.

Knowledge evidence

culinary terms and trade names for: - ingredients commonly used in the production of different fish and shellfish dishes - variety of classical and contemporary seafood dishes - different varieties of seafood and styles of cooking
seafood classifications
contents of date codes and rotation labels for stock
characteristics of seafood products: - appearance: - balance - colour - contrast - freshness and quality indicators - taste - texture
correct handling and storage of live seafood
processes for humanely slaughtering shellfish or live fish
preparation techniques for fish and shellfish specified in the performance evidence
cookery methods for different varieties and cuts of fish and shellfish specified in the performance evidence
plating methods for practicality of service and customer consumption
safe and effective methods of using seafood by-products and offcuts to reduce wastage and maximise profitability
equipment used to produce seafood dishes: - knife care and maintenance - essential features and functions
mise en place requirements for seafood dishes
appropriate environmental conditions for storing and thawing fish and shellfish products to: - ensure food safety: - cooking and cooling processes - timeframes and temperatures - optimise shelf life
safe operational practices using essential functions and features of equipment used to produce seafood dishes.

Foundation skills

Reading skills: locate information in standard recipes to determine food preparation requirements locate and read date codes and rotation labels on food products.
Numeracy skills: calculate the number of portions determine cooking times and temperatures.
Problem-solving skills: evaluate quality of seafood 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: efficiently sequence the stages of food preparation and production.
Self-management skills: manage own speed, timing and productivity.
Technology skills: use food preparation and cooking equipment.

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What does an assessment tool for SITHCCC037 need to cover?

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