Determine production requirements
Confirm food production requirements
Analyse the standard recipe and associated food preparation list which you will be working from and answer the following questions.
- How many meals are required? Describe how you will ensure that the correct number of meals are produced.
- Calculate the number of portions that you need (show your workings).
- Calculate the amount of each ingredient that you require. An ingredient list has been provided for you or you may like to use your organisation’s standard template.
Ingredient list
Recipe_______________________________________
| Ingredient | Qty | Qty/serves | Qty x serves required |
- Select the cookery method that you will use. Explain your decision.
- Select the cooking times and temperatures that you will use. Explain your decision.
- Select the marinades and accompaniments which you will add to your dish. Explain your decision – how do the accompaniments complement your dish?
- Select the select the sauces and garnishes which you will add to your dish. Explain your decision – how do the sauces and garnishes complement your dish?
- Describe how you will select the meat products and other ingredients that you need from stores. How will you check them for freshness and quality?
- List the food preparation equipment that you will need for this recipe. How will you ensure that it is clean, well maintained and ready for use?