Assessment-Task-1 SITHCCC030
Assessment-Task-1 SITHCCC030
Assessment-Task-1 SITHCCC030
Knowledge questions are designed to help you demonstrate the knowledge which you have
acquired during the learning phase of this unit. Ensure that you:
comply with the due date for assessment which your assessor will provide
i Assessment information
Information about how you should complete this assessment can be found in Appendix A of
the Hospitality Works Student User Guide. Refer to the appendix for information on:
Note: You must complete and submit an assessment cover sheet with your work. A
template is provided in Appendix B of the Student User Guide. However, if your RTO has
provided you with an assessment cover sheet, please ensure that you use that.
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Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions
1. List at least three food safety issues which you must consider when handling and
cooking with eggs and alternative egg products. Describe how you would reduce each
risk.
Bacterial growth and development. Refrigerate eggs, cook eggs until the yolks
are solid, and fully cook foods containing
eggs.
2. Explain how you can reduce the risk of contaminants such as e. coli, salmonella and
listeria when handling and cooking with fruit and vegetables. Provide two examples.
- Keep fruits and vegetables away from sources of contamination, such as raw meat,
poultry and seafood, and utensils and surfaces that have been used to prepare such
foods.
- Fruit and vegetables should still be washed even if the peel/skin/rind are not being
cooked or eaten – bacteria can be transferred inside fruit and vegetables when they
are being cut.
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3. Describe three indicators which you would use to select fresh, quality fruit and
vegetables.
- Make sure fruit and vegetables do not show signs of bruising or other damage.
- Leafy vegetables should be crisp and green.
- Check the aroma to make sure there is no pungent/strong smells that are not
common to that food type.
4. List three signs that vegetables have spoiled or have been contaminated.
5. List three signs that pasta has spoiled or has been contaminated.
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6. List the requirements for the safe storage of the following foods:
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Food Recommended temperature
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Food Shelf life
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8. Assume you have been asked to prepare a dish that contains eggs, but there has been a
special customer request. There are several customers who are vegan. What can you
substitute the eggs with? In your answer, include reference to egg replacers and their
ingredients.
I will use Applesauce as a substitute for eggs. Applesauce is a cooked apple purée.
It's frequently sweetened or seasoned with spices such as nutmeg and cinnamon. In
most recipes, one-fourth cup (approximately 65 grammes) of applesauce can be
substituted for one egg. It's better to use applesauce that hasn't been sweetened. If
you're using a sweetened type, the amount of sugar or sweetener in the recipe should
be reduced.
9. Describe four items which you should check before using a blender or food processor to
prepare fruit and vegetables.
10. Describe two things you should do when using the above equipment to ensure you
work safely.
-You should never put utensils in the blender while the motor is running. This is very
dangerous.
-When using your blender or food processor, make sure the lid is securely fastened
and that nothing is in the way of the blades that could cause harm.
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11. Describe four mise en place tasks related to preparing vegetable, fruit, farinaceous and
egg dishes that you can complete without affecting the quality of dishes.
- Vegetable Dishes: Wash, peel, and chop vegetables in advance. Store them in
airtight containers to maintain freshness.
- Fruit Dishes: Wash, peel, and cut fruits, then store them in lemon water to prevent
browning.
- Farinaceous Dishes: Measure out grains like rice or pasta and pre-cook them if
necessary. Store them in the fridge to be reheated later.
- Egg Dishes: Crack and beat eggs, then store them in covered containers, ready for
immediate use.
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Culinary term Definition
Setting It is the process of making the liquid product of the dish into solid.
Zest Getting the flovour from the skin of the certain ingredients, mostly
lemon, orange.
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Culinary term Definition
13. Describe three convenience products commonly used in dishes that contain fruits,
vegetables, eggs and farinaceous items.
- Canned Vegetables: Pre-cooked and ready to use, saving prep and cooking time.
- Frozen Fruits: Pre-cut and frozen at peak ripeness, ideal for smoothies and desserts.
- Pre-cooked Pasta: Available in various types, needing only reheating, perfect for
quick meals.
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14. Discuss the difference in taste and texture between frozen fruit and vegetables and
fresh fruit and vegetables.
Frozen fruits and vegetables often have a softer texture due to the freezing process,
which can cause cell walls to break down. Fresh produce typically has a crisper
texture and more vibrant flavor. While frozen options are convenient and retain most
nutrients, they may lack the nuanced taste and firmness of fresh fruits and vegetables.
15. Describe the cooking methods used when preparing egg dishes, fruit and vegetable
dishes and farinaceous dishes. Include a description of how each are used.
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Cookery method Egg Fruit and vegetable Farinaceous
Baking farinaceous
Baking Baking eggs Baking fruit and
foods like bread,
involves cracking vegetables involves cakes, and pastries
them into a dish, tossing them with involves mixing
seasoning, and oil, seasonings, and ingredients like flour,
baking in an oven optionally, sugar or sugar, eggs, and
leavening agents.
at 350°F (175°C) herbs. Roast in an
The mixture is then
until whites are set oven at 400°F baked in an oven at
and yolks reach (200°C) until tender specific
desired doneness, and caramelized, temperatures and
typically 10-15 typically 20-30 times to achieve a
risen, cooked, and
minutes. minutes depending
often golden-brown
on the type and size finished product.
of the pieces.
Blanching
Blanching Blanching eggs Blanching fruits and
farinaceous foods
involves immersing vegetables involves like pasta involves
them in boiling briefly boiling them briefly boiling them
water for a short in water, typically for in salted water until
period, usually 3-4 1-3 minutes, then partially cooked,
typically 1-2 minutes
minutes, to cook quickly transferring
less than the
the whites while them to ice water to package
leaving the yolks halt cooking. This instructions. The
runny or soft. They process helps retain pasta is then quickly
are then quickly color, texture, and cooled in ice water
to stop the cooking
cooled in ice water nutrients before
process before
to stop the cooking further cooking or finishing in a sauce
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Cookery method Egg Fruit and vegetable Farinaceous
or further cooking.
process. preserving.
Braising farinaceous
Braising Braising eggs Braising fruits and
foods like grains or
involves gently vegetables involves pasta involves
simmering them in cooking them slowly cooking them in a
a flavorful liquid like in a small amount of flavorful liquid, such
tomato sauce or liquid (often broth or as broth or sauce,
until they absorb the
broth until they are wine) until tender.
liquid and become
cooked to desired This method tender. This method
firmness, absorbing preserves nutrients infuses the
the flavors. It's a while enhancing farinaceous foods
method that flavors as the with rich flavors
while maintaining
enhances the taste ingredients absorb
their texture and
and texture of the the liquid, resulting integrity.
eggs while infusing in a soft texture and
them with the concentrated taste.
surrounding sauce
or broth.
Poaching
Poaching Poaching eggs Poaching fruits and
farinaceous foods
involves gently vegetables involves like rice or pasta
simmering them in cooking them in involves cooking
water or broth until simmering liquid, them in simmering
the whites are set often flavored with liquid, such as broth
or milk, until they
and the yolks are sugar and spices,
absorb the liquid and
still runny. The until they are tender become tender. This
liquid should be just and infused with the method infuses them
below boiling to liquid's flavors. This with flavors while
prevent toughening gentle method maintaining a moist
texture, ideal for
the eggs, creating a preserves the
dishes like risotto or
natural texture and
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Cookery method Egg Fruit and vegetable Farinaceous
creamy pasta.
tender texture. enhances the
sweetness of the
produce.
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Cookery method Egg Fruit and vegetable Farinaceous
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- Tomato sauce.
- Chilli sauce.
- Mayonnaise.
- Marinara Sauce: A classic tomato-based sauce with garlic, onions, and herbs.
- Alfredo Sauce: A rich and creamy sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and
Parmesan cheese.
- Pesto Sauce: A vibrant green sauce made from fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts,
Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
- Garlic Bread: Crisp and buttery, often topped with garlic and herbs.
- Caesar Salad: Fresh romaine lettuce with creamy Caesar dressing, croutons, and
Parmesan cheese.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: Finely grated Parmesan for sprinkling over pasta for
added flavor.
19. In your training kitchen or workplace, locate a range of vegetables and fruits (tinned,
frozen and packaged), farinaceous products and eggs. Take a photo of the labels on
each product that identify best-before/use-by dates and rotation requirements. Try to
find at least one item that has a Julian date on it. For each one, identify the disposal
date. Submit the photos as part of your assessment.
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The disposal date for eggs, fruits, vegetables, and farinaceous (starchy) foods refers
to the recommended date by which these items should be used or discarded due to
freshness and safety concerns. It's crucial to prevent spoilage, maintain quality, and
ensure food safety. Proper disposal dates help consumers and businesses manage
inventory effectively, reduce food waste, and avoid the risk of consuming spoiled or
unsafe food, promoting overall health and sustainability practices.
20. For the next four questions you will need to choose an egg, fruit, vegetable and
farinaceous dish and research each dish and identify:
Chosen dishes
Casseroles.
Vegetable
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Spaghetti.
Farinaceous
a) The historical and cultural origins. (Where were they developed? Were they
developed through necessity for example, availability of ingredients or as a result
of eating habits at the time? How have the dishes changed over time?)
Egg Italian deviled eggs, often called "uova ripiene," have historical
roots in traditional Italian cuisine, with variations reflecting
regional tastes.
b) Describe the classical and contemporary variations of each dish and the differences
between the two.
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Classical Contemporary
c) Describe how each dish should appear. How should it be presented to maximise
customer appeal?
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Vegetable Use different kind of Use different colour Serving bowl.
vegetable. of vegetable.
Farinaceous Use herbs and Use edible flowers. Use deep plate or
leaves. pasta bowl.
Taste Texture
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