Safe work pratices
What does PPE stand for? and give a relevant example
Personal Protective Equipment
What is the danger zone temperature?
5 - 60C
A customer requests that a menu item be dairy free. Wha conditions are they most likely suffering from?
What preparation method is used to make a fruit smoothie?
Blending
How often should the group head be flushed when making espresso coffee?
after each shot has been poured
In Australia what is the phone number we use to call emergency services?
000
Food stored in a freezer should be kept at or below what temperature?
-18C
Describe buffet food service
Food is in a central location, and a variety of dishes are available. Customers serve themselves and make their own selections and take it back to their table. Customers can go back for more.
What piece of industry-standard equipment should be used to measure syrups when making mocktails?
Jigger
How much espresso coffee should be extracted for a long macchiato?
60ml
What does SDS stand for? & give an example.
Safety data sheet - documents that contain detailed information about chemical substances eg, cleaning chemicals for the coffee machine, kitchen floors & benches
What does HACCP stand for?
Hazard Analysis Critical control point
What does a continental breakfast usually consist of?
Cereals, bakery products, fruit, hot & cold beverages
Waht does the term 'steeping' mean when making tea?
Soaking tea leaves in hot water to extract flavour
What is the preparation technique used to make a flat white coffee?
30ml espresso topped with steamed milk and up to 5mm of dense foam
What does SOPs stand for? and provide an explanation.
Standard operating procedure - step by step instructions designed to help workers carry out a process or operate machinery or equipment.
Which legislation covers food safety in NSW?
Food Act 2003 (NSW)
What is the correct definition for an a la carte menu?
a menu with a wider selection of dishes that are individually priced
Why are inert gases a risk when working with post-mix drink systems?
They are odourless and cause asphyxia
How many grams of coffee are required when making a double shot of coffee?
14g
What are the 4 costs of workplace injury?
Human, Social, Economic, Organisational
Hygienic risks fall into three categories. What are they?
Personal hygiene, Environmental hygiene, Food hygiene
What is the industry-accepted practice for clearing a table in an a la carte restaurant or function (wedding)?
Plates are removed when all customers have finished eating
What is a work health and safety (WHS) risk associated with using a post-mix machine?
A build-up of inert gases dues to leakage
A sample espresso should be made and tested to check the quality of the extraction. What should the correct extraction ratio be for this test?
30ml in 25-30seconds