Use food preparation equipment

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Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.


1. Select food preparation equipment.

1.1 Confirm food preparation requirements from recipes, lists or other workplace information.

1.2 Identify and select knives and other equipment suited to the food preparation task.

2. Use equipment to prepare food.

2.1 Safely assemble and ensure cleanliness of equipment before use.

2.2 Use equipment safely and hygienically according to manufacturer instructions.

2.3 Prepare food items using suitable knives to make precision cuts.

3. Clean and maintain food preparation equipment.

3.1 Maintain the cleanliness of equipment using appropriate cleaning agents.

3.2 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently to reduce negative environmental impacts.

3.3 Maintain the condition of equipment and make minor adjustments as required within scope of responsibility.

3.4 Recognise and report on unsafe or faulty equipment or rectify according to level of individual responsibility.