Equipment Use
This all-purpose knife is used for slicing, mincing, and chopping.
what is a chefs knife
True or False: You can use the same knife on other foods even if its not washed
False
A dish washer is...
someone who cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
True or False: A chef/cook can cook food with jewelry
False
What should a cook wear to prepare and cook food?
hairnet, glove, apron, toque, shoes with no holes
This tool is used to whip eggs or cream to add air
What is a foodborne illness?
a disease transmitted to people by food.
What does a buser do?
clear plates, clean table during meals and after guests have eaten, set tables for new guests
What are some basic expectations for employees?
be at work on time, communicate clearly and frequently, accept and learn from mistakes, maintain personal hygiene
Ask someone who is close to you to pass it to you
This tool is used to hold food while it is being cooked or served.
what are tongs
What are some common physical hazard
fingernails,hair,glass,metal shavings, jewelry, fruit pits
As a server, what should you do with new guests?
great them and introduce your name at their tables, take and serve their orders, check on them throughout their dining experience, deliver their bill or "check" at the end of their meals
what is the combination for good professionalism
trained skills, polite and positive behaviors, and good judgement
how many eggs are used in a regular 2 layer cake
3-4
A heavy, flat pan used for baking cakes or holding food
what is a baking pan
What is the temperature danger zone range?
41 Fahrenheit - 135 Fahrenheit
What are prep cooks main focus in the kitchen?
help the more experienced cooks and chef to prepare orders, portion out food, precook food, and prepare ingredients ahead of time
what should a shoe have in order to not slip when the floor is wet?
a nonskid sole
what is the only food that never expires
what is honey
A tool used to remove the outer layer of fruits and vegetables.
what Is a peeler
At what pH level can bacteria grow?
5-7
what are sous chef responsible for?
they are responsible for the kitchen team in the executive chef's absence, lend their cooking expertise to overall food preparation
what are some of the main ethics to have in the culinary world
what is the most stolen food item
what is cheese