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Culinary Arts
Curriculum Implementation
Guide
Written by: David A. Miguel, CEC, CCE, Department Head, Grasso Tech
Consultant: David H. Grzych, Educational Consultant, State of Connecticut
Mod 1:
Lesson Overview:
1.2 Proper Hand washing techniques Demonstrate Proper hand washing techniques as outlined in
Culinary Essentials page 180
Give handout of proper hand washing techniques
Written test on proper hand washing techniques.
1.3 Proper Clothing and Grooming Discuss health regulations regarding fingernails - length,
polish
Discuss and demonstrate proper hair restraints as applied in
shop.
Discuss the Chef’s uniform, its history and importance as to
how it safely applies to the running of a kitchen.
Discuss the health implications of excessive jewelry and how
it applies to shop appearance.
1.4 Good Work Habits Discuss work habits not previously mentioned i.e. sitting on
counters, gum chewing, smoking etc…
Resources:
Culinary Essentials, Ch. 8, professional Cooking Ch. 2
Extension Activity:
PERSONAL HYGIENE
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Proper Bandaging of Cuts
Application of Latex Gloves
Proper hand washing techniques
Fingernails-length, cleanliness
Hair restraint
Facial Hair
Excessive Jewelry
Notes:
Total Score____________
Scoring:
5=Excellent
4=Above Average
3=Average
2=Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 2:
Lesson Overview:
2.3 Describe basic first aid procedures Explain first aid to treat various wounds
Explain how to avoid burns in the kitchen
Demonstrate how to effectively treat a minor kitchen burn.
Show how to properly reach school nurse for further
assistance.
Demonstrate the “Hug of Life”
Demonstrate how to safely avoid blood borne pathogens.
2.4 Identify potential kitchen dangers Demonstrate safe knife handling procedures.
Discuss safe floor cleaning procedures.
Discuss horseplay, running and general safe kitchen behavior
and outlined in shop rules
Discuss proper chemical uses and storage.
Locate the MSDS folder in shop.
Demonstrate proper lifting Procedures
Resources:
Student Handbook, Posted Shop Rules, Professional Cooking, Ch. 2, Fire Safety hand outs,
Extension Activity:
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sanitation (Criteria covered in early modules)
Equipment Operation
Equipment Breakdown
Equipment cleaning/Sanitizing
Equipment Reassembly
Notes:
Total Score_______
Scoring
5=Excellent
4=Above Average
3=Average
2=Below Average
1=Inadequate
Mod 3:
Lesson Overview:
3.2 Understand the Food temperature Explain the importance of limiting the time food spends in
danger Zone the Temperature Danger Zone.
Explain the growth rate of bacteria while in the danger zone.
Explain the potentially hazardous foods that are affected by
the Danger zone.
3.3 Understand cross Contamination Explain and discuss the various ways food can be effected by
cross contamination.
3.4 Understand proper manual and Discuss and demonstrate the set-up of a standard three bay
mechanical washing techniques. sink.
Demonstrate the usage of the shop’s mechanical washing
system.
Resources:
Professional Cooking, Ch. 2, Cooking Essential, Ch. 8, Handouts from study guides
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
4.2 Proper knife selection Discuss parts of a knife and their uses
Identify the various knives found in the student’s knife kits.
Explain the uses for the knives.
Demonstrate how to sharpen and steel a knife.
4.3 Basic Cutting Techniques Demonstrate how to properly and safely hold a knife for
carrying, handing it over and for cutting
Demonstrate cleaning and trimming of vegetables used in
daily production.
Demonstrate how to safely cut vegetables for daily
production.
Resources:
Professional cooking, Ch. 7, Cooking Essentials Ch., 10
Extension Activity:
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sanitation (Criteria covered in early modules)
Safety (Criteria covered in early modules)
Process and Product Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sharpening: 20 degree angle, even sides
Steeling-Trued Edge
Proper Holding of Knife
Vegetable Trimming
Vegetable Cutting, per demonstration
Notes:
Score__________
Scoring:
5=Excellent
4=Above average
3=Satisfactory
2=Below Average
1=Inadequate
Goal 4 B
Knife Station Set-up
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sanitation (Criteria covered in early modules)
Safety (Criteria covered in early modules)
Process and Product Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Cutting Board Set-up
Refuse Bucket
Proper wrapping of food
Proper Labeling of Food
Notes:
Score
Scoring:
5=Excellent
4=Above Average
3=Average
2=Below Average
1=Inadequate
Mod 5:
Lesson Overview:
5.2 Identify Components of a Explain how to correctly read and follow a standardized
standardized recipe recipe
5.3 Use a standardized recipe Explain a recipe yield, and it’s importance in production
Demonstrate proper Mise en Place for a recipe, stressing its
importance
Explain how to convert a recipe to greater or lesser amounts
Resources:
Cooking Essentials, Ch. 13, Professional Cooking, Ch. 5, Measurement handouts
Extension Activity:
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sanitation (Criteria covered in early modules)
Safety (Criteria covered in early modules)
Process and Product Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Liquid measure identification-gallons, quarts, cups
Liquid Measure Usage
Spring Scale Usage
Bakers Scale Usage
Notes:
Score__________
Scoring:
5=excellent
4=Above Average
3=Average
2=Below Average
1=Inadequate
Mod 6:
Lesson Overview:
6.2 Use of Food processing equipment Review all safety procedures for processing equipment
already covered
Demonstrate the safe usage for other equipment needed for
daily menu production
Identify and demonstrate the various attachments for
equipment used in daily production
6.3 Use of hot and cold food storage Review food temperature danger zone
equipment Demonstrate how to set up, use and clean all hot food storage
equipment
Demonstrate and discuss how to safely store food that is
under cold storage
Demonstrate how to clean cold food storage areas
Locate all thermometers in both hot and cold food storage
equipment; explain the importance of these devises.
6.4 Selecting proper small wares Show the different pots and pans found in a kitchen and
explain their uses.
Show the different sized ladles, how to identify them, and the
different uses for each.
Show the different sized portion scoops and how to identify
them.
Show the various hand tools, how each works and what each
should be used for.
Demonstrate how to use and calibrate a pocket thermometer.
Show the difference between a stiff and balloon whisk, and
explain the appropriate use for each.
Mod 6:
Lesson Overview:
Extension Activity:
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sanitation (Criteria covered in early modules)
Safety (Criteria covered in early modules)
Process and Product Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Range Top Operation
Oven Operation
Fryolator Operation
Griddle Operation
Steamer operation (where applicable)
Equipment Attachment Identification
Equipment Attachment Usage
Notes:
Score__________
Scoring:
5=Excellent
4=Above Average
3=Average
2=Below average
1=Inadequate
Goal 6 B
Small Equipment Identification and Usage
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sanitation (Criteria covered in early modules)
Safety (Criteria covered in early modules)
Process and Product Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Pocket Thermometer Calibration
Pocket Thermometer Usage
Pot and Pan Identification
Ladle Identification
Portion Scoop Identification
Miscellaneous hand Tool
Identification
Notes:
Score_____________
Scoring:
5=Excellent
4=Above Average
3=Average
2=Below Average
1=Inadequate
Mod 7:
Lesson Overview:
7.2 Use common tools, machines and Review Safety Procedures for tools and equipment
equipment safely
7.3 Prepare Convenience Foods Explain the importance of following directions to insure
proper outcome of convenience food product.
Explain the importance of proper ingredient selection to
insure desired outcome of prepared foods.
Demonstrate where to locate and how to safely and properly
thaw frozen prepared food for service.
Explain the importance of proper food portioning to insure
both cost effectiveness and proper planning.
Demonstrate how to serve a meal from a service line in the
school’s cafeteria.
7.4 Manage time properly to ensure Explain, then demonstrate the importance of Mise en place
maximum efficiency. when as it pertains to recipe production
Review the proper set up of an organized work station.
Review measuring and scaling procedures.
Prepare and explain the importance of a production task list.
Explain and stress the importance of meeting time deadlines
for service on a daily basis.
7.5 Identify Work Stations Orient the students on each of the stations that are required
for service in the schools cafeteria
Demonstrate the Mise en place needed to efficiently staff
each station.
Demonstrate the proper and safe service of food and
beverages.
Resources:
Professional cooking, Ch. 7, various convenience food recipes
Extension Activity:
Goal 7
Quantity Cooking Mise En Place
Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Sanitation (Criteria covered in early modules)
Safety (Criteria covered in early modules)
Process and Product Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Proper Thawing techniques
Proper Station Set Up
Accurate Measurements
Accurate Portioning
Following Recipe Directions
Notes:
Score___________
Scoring
5=Excellent
4=Above Average
3=Average
2=below Average
1=Inadequate
Mod 8:
Lesson Overview:
8.2 Define the Classical Kitchen Brigade Explain and define the various positions of a classic brigade
and modern kitchen line system system.
Explain and define the positions of a modern kitchen line
system.
8.3 Identify roles of a foodservice Explain the role of a Chef and Manager in a restaurant.
manager Explain the experience and education necessary for these
management opportunities.
Have students, via internet or newspaper want ads, find a
restaurant management opportunity and list the skills
necessary to qualify for that job.
Turn the above list into a Collins type three writing exercise.
8.4 Identify Trends in the Foodservice Explain the current trends that are available in the
Industry foodservice industry.
Via the internet and local newspaper food section, have
students list what trends are currently available in the local
area.
Have students do a Collins Type three writing on a restaurant
that practices a current food trend.
Resources:
Culinary Essentials, Ch. 1, Professional Cooking, Ch. 1, handouts
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
9.2 Understand the importance of Discuss the importance of communication and listening and
Listening and Communication skills. the consequences of poor communication.
Discuss the importance of respect for supervisors, fellow
workers and for yourself and your work.
Using a type three writing assignment, have students write on
the importance of proper communication skills.
9.3 Understand the importance of Discuss the importance of team work and how it affects the
teamwork and how it affects the daily production of the cafeteria.
running of a kitchen.
Resources:
Culinary Essential, Ch. 2, Profession Cooking, Ch. 1, handouts
Extension Activity:
Culinary Arts
Curriculum Implementation
Guide Grade 10
Mod 1:
Lesson Overview:
1.2 Understand the types of meal service Discuss the types of meal service used in the restaurant
industry.
Discuss and plan mise en place for both extended and set
meal service.
Demonstrate set up for both of these services.
1.4 Keep knives sharp for all preparation Demonstrate the proper technique for sharpening a knife
activities using a three sided sharpening stone.
Discuss the difference between a sharpening stone and a
steel.
Demonstrate the proper technique for using a sharpening
steel
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Assessment: Knife Sharpening
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 2:
Lesson Overview:
2.2 Prepare foods using moist heat Explain what foods should be used for the various types of
cooking methods. moist cooking methods.
Demonstrate the various methods used in moist cooking.
( Steaming, boiling, simmering, poaching and braising)
Evaluate a properly cooked food using the various moist heat
cooking methods.
2.3 Prepare food using dry heat cooking Explain the difference in temperatures required in cooking
methods both with and without fat. with fat.
Demonstrate Sautéing, Pan Frying and Deep Frying.
Explain and discuss the different temperatures required for
dry heat cooking.
Demonstrate the methods for Baking, Roasting, Broiling and
Grilling.
Evaluate a properly cooked food using the various dry heat
cooking methods.
Extension Activity:
Method___________________________
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Assessment: Dry Heat Cooking Methods With or Without Oil
Method__________________
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 3:
Lesson Overview:
3.2 Explain the guidelines for assembling Demonstrate how to assemble a cold sandwich.
and cooking both hot and cold Demonstrate how to assemble and cook a variety of hot
sandwiches. sandwiches.
Discuss the function and importance of various sandwich
spreads and toppings; Mayonnaise, Mustards, Relishes and
Vinaigrettes.
Discuss the importance of appropriate sides for both hot and
cold sandwiches
Discuss and demonstrate the importance for both appropriate
and functional garnishes for hot and cold sandwiches.
3.3 Prepare Hot and Cold Sandwiches for Compose menu item, for sale in the school’s cafeteria that
Service will apply the theories discussed for hot and cold sandwich
preparation.
Oversee both hot and cold sandwich station set-ups for
service in the school’s cafeteria.
Oversee and evaluate appropriate sides and garnishes for
sandwich service.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 4:
Lesson Overview:
4.2 Discuss the proper preparation and Discuss and demonstrate the proper cutting and cleaning
storage of salad ingredients. techniques for salad greens.
Discuss the proper storage techniques of salad greens for
both immediate service and future usage.
4.3 Identify the Components to a Salad Identify and discuss the four components to any given salad:
Base, Body, Dressing and Garnish
Discuss the importance of each component.
4.4 Identify the Various types of Salads Discuss the various types of salads used in the food service
industry: appetizer; accompaniment; entrée; separate course;
dessert.
Demonstrate one salad from each type and discuss the
appropriate service time for each salad.
4.5 Discuss Vegetables used in salad Discuss the various vegetables used in salad preparation,
preparation both as body and garnish.
Demonstrate how to properly cut and store vegetables for
salad preparation.
4.6 Discuss Dressings used in salad Discuss the various types of oils and vinegars used in
preparation dressing preparation.
Discuss and demonstrate how to prepare a vinaigrette
dressing using the proper ratio of oil to vinegar.
Discuss and demonstrate how to prepare an emulsified
dressing.
Discuss and demonstrate the procedure for making a boiled
dressing.
Extension Activity:
Informal Assessment(s) Formal Assessment(s)
Daily observation Written tests
Scoring Rubric
NOCTI style identification tests
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Assessment: Salad Dressings
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 5:
Lesson Overview:
5.2 Practice the proper receiving and Discuss the quality levels of frozen and convenience foods
storage procedures for convenience and ensure that the manufacturers specs are maintained
foods. through the proper receiving and storage of these foods.
Discuss the various foods shelf life, how they can be best
preserved and used in a timely manner.
5.3 Understand the importance of the Review the manufacturer’s directions for the proper thawing
proper defrosting methods for frozen of frozen and convenience foods.
and convenience foods. Discuss what the pit falls are if these foods are improperly
handled.
5.4 Understand the characteristics of Explain the difference between fully, partially or not
various frozen and convenience prepared at all.
foods. Stress the importance of following manufacturers cooking
instructions to ensure that the best quality product is being
used.
5.5 Proper cooking of convenience foods. Discuss the proper cooking methods that apply to the
convenience foods demonstrated.
Demonstrate the proper equipment usage to cook/reheat
frozen or convenience foods
5.6 Attractively plate and serve Frozen Demonstrate attractive plating for frozen and convenience
and convenience foods. foods.
Prepare a garnish that compliments the food.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 6:
Lesson Overview:
6.2 The proper storage of fresh, canned, Discuss the proper storage temperatures for fresh, frozen,
frozen and dried vegetables. canned and dried vegetables.
Discuss the height requirements necessary for safe storage in
refrigerated, frozen and dried storage areas.
6.3 Properly cut and trim a variety of Demonstrate the proper trimming and cutting techniques for
fresh vegetables. a variety of fresh vegetables, stressing the importance of
accuracy and consistency.
Demonstrate appropriate classical vegetable cuts for each
vegetable.
6.4 Properly cook, season and garnish a Demonstrate how to cook fresh green vegetables.
variety of fresh, canned, frozen and Demonstrate how to cook root and white vegetables.
dries vegetables. Demonstrate how to cook frozen vegetables.
Demonstrate how to reconstitute dried fruit or vegetables.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 7:
Goal(s): Stocks
Lesson Overview:
7.2 Preparation of Brown Stock Demonstrate the proper browning of bones, mirepoix and
tomato product.
Demonstrate pan deglazing to capture fond.
Review simmering, skimming, cooling and storage
techniques.
7.3 Preparation of Vegetable Stock Discuss what vegetables are used in a vegetable stock.
Demonstrate vegetable cuts as applied to vegetable stock.
Discuss simmering time of a vegetable stock.
Review straining, cooling and storage techniques.
7.4 Preparation of Glazes and Discuss the reduction process as applied to stock
Reductions Stress the importance of a well balanced stock before
reduction, as any imperfections will be exaggerated
Demonstrate a fully reduced meat, chicken or fish stock.
Cool and properly store finished glaze
7.5 Prepare Stocks from convenience Compare and recognize the quality of several soup bases.
bases Explain how to read an ingredient label, with the primary
ingredient in the product listed first.
Demonstrate and sample a properly reconstituted base.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 8:
Lesson Overview:
8.2 Prepare a Slurry for thickening Discuss and demonstrate how to dissolve starch into a cool
purposes using Corn Starch and liquid.
other starches. Demonstrate how to incorporate a slurry into a liquid.
Discuss the different variety of thickening slurries, and the
quality difference between them.
8.3 Prepare a Liaison for use in Demonstrate and discuss how to form a liaison from egg
thickening liquid. yolks and cream.
Demonstrate and discuss the importance of proper tempering
techniques.
Demonstrate a sauce thickened with a liaison.
8.4 Prepare a Buerre Manie Demonstrate a how to hand mix a Buerre Manie.
Discuss the proper times when a Buerre Manie use is
appropriate.
Demonstrate how to properly thicken a liquid with Buerre
Manie.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Assessment: Thickening Agents-Slurry
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 9:
Lesson Overview:
9.2 Identify the characteristics of the Compare the viscosity of a light, medium and heavy sauce,
five mother sauces. and the amount of roux required per quart of liquid for each
one.
Compare at least two varieties of tomato sauce.
Compare a properly emulsified Hollandaise against one that
has been broken.
Demonstrate how to effectively re-emulsify a broken
hollandaise.
9.3 Describe the uses for the five Mother Sample properly made Mother Sauces, evaluating flavor and
Sauces. texture.
Discuss the foods that each of the Mother Sauces
compliment, sampling a sauce and food combination for
each sauce.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 10:
Lesson Overview:
10.2 Students will compare soups Prepare two soups, one with natural stock, and one with a
prepared with soup bases and convenience base.
natural stock. Compare the quality of the two soups.
Compare the cost of preparation between the two soups.
10.3 Students will prepare attractive Discuss and demonstrate appropriate garnishes for the
garnishes for a variety of soup. various varieties of soups.
Discuss the importance of consistent knife cuts when
preparing a non-pureed soup.
10.4 Students will safely store soups for Review sanitation techniques as they apply to cooling food
future service. for future use.
Demonstrate how to properly cool and store soup for service.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 11:
Lesson Overview:
11.2 Students will properly prepare pasta Demonstrate how to cook pasta al dente.
for service. Demonstrate how to shock pasta and hold for future use.
Sample and evaluate how each pasta matches its appropriate
sauce.
11.3 The students will identify the Assemble a wide variety of rice, grains and legumes in a
common types of rice, grains and NOCTI style product identification format.
legumes. Discuss the various starch contents and flavor profile of each
grain and legume displayed.
11.4 Student will prepare, using various Demonstrate how to prepare boiled/steamed rice
cooking methods both grains and Demonstrate how to prepare rice using the pilaf method.
legumes. Demonstrate how to cook rice using the risotto method.
Demonstrate how to cook grains for soup or salads.
Demonstrate how to properly reconstitute and cook legumes
for service.
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Sanitation
Safety
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 12:
Lesson Overview:
12.2 Upon receipt, students will store all Identify the three storage areas in the shop.
foods in their appropriate areas. Identify the foods that are stored in each area.
12.3 Students will rotate all stock using Explain the FIFO method of stock rotation.
the FIFO method. Physically show the students how the FIFO method is
practiced.
Extension Activity:
Culinary Arts
Curriculum Implementation
Guide
Grade 11
Mod 1:
Lesson Overview:
1.2 Provide Competent Customer Service Lecture on the various roles both public and staff dining
rooms.
Lecture on time management and dining room organization
as it pertains to the running of a dining room.
Explain the different forms of both verbal and nonverbal
communication.
Instructor will reemphasize the importance of personal
hygiene, with a new emphasis on being in the public eye.
List the traits of an employee/student with a positive attitude.
1.3 Serve the Customer Instructor, through demonstrations will explain the proper
procedure for taking a customer’s order.
Instructor, through demonstrations will explain the proper
procedure for turning orders into the kitchen.
Instructor, through demonstrations will explain the proper
procedure for serving food and beverages to the customer.
Instructor, through demonstrations will explain the proper
procedure for proper hand and tray service.
Instructor, through demonstrations will explain the proper
procedure clearing and resetting a table.
1.4 Explore different methods of dining Explain various types of meal service including American,
room service. Family Style, Classical French and Russian.
Explain various types of dining establishments including Fine
Dining Establishments, Theme Restaurants, Casual
Establishments, Quick Service Restaurants, and Catering
Services.
Mod 1:
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
2.2 Identification of the positions found Identify the positions of a traditional brigade system and the
on a traditional brigade system responsibilities of each.
2.3 Station Organization Orient students on the various stations found in the school’s
kitchen, stressing safety and sanitation procedures.
Explain the importance of each station’s mise en place and
the effect it will have for smoother service.
Review the proper holding procedures for both hot and cold
food.
Review the proper procedures for proper storage for both
service and leftover foods.
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor
Mod 3:
3.2 Identifying the various equipment Display equipment needed for each of the above cooking
necessary needed to perform the methods, explained the reasoning for the design of each.
discussed cooking methods.
3.3 Production of food utilized by all of Evaluate the foods prepared by the various cooking methods
the cooking methods. using a scoring rubric, giving feed back as needed.
3.4 Parts of a Recipe Identify the following parts of a recipe: Product name, Yield,
Portion size, Ingredient quantity, Preparation Procedures,
Cooking Temperatures, and Cooking Time.
Explain why each of the above is an important part of a
recipe.
3.5 Recipe Conversions Explain how to increase and decrease recipe yield without
altering the recipe ratios.
Resources: Professional Cooking Ch. 4, 5, Culinary Essentials Ch. 13, Ch. 15, Ch. 16 Culinary Essentials Lab
Manual
Extension Activity:
Mod 4:
Goal(s): Soup and Sauce Production
Lesson Overview:
4.2 Soup and Sauce mise en place and Review mise en place for soup in each of the three previously
production mentioned categories.
Review mise en place for the 5 Mother sauces
Demonstrate the steps necessary for soup/sauce production.
Demonstrate how to hold soup/sauce for service.
Safely cool and store prepared soup/sauce for future use.
4.3 Soup Garnishing Explain the different garnishes of soups; garnishes in the
soup, toppings and soup accompaniments.
Explain which soups are garnished with which types of
garnishes and why.
Show examples of accompaniment garnishes and cite an
example of which soups they would best be served with.
4.4 Proper service of soups Set up a soup station as would be used for service in the
school’s restaurant, with emphasis on holding temperature.
Assemble all of the equipment necessary to serve soup
including ladles, soup baines, cups, saucers and spoons.
Provide an appropriate garnish for the demonstration soup
and demonstrate the proper service and garnishing of the
soup.
Extension Activity:
Mod 5:
5.2 Duties of the Garde Manger Station Describe the workings and positions of a basic Garde Manger
station.
Demonstrate a cold plated appetizer/ entrée to be served in
the school’s restaurant.
Orient the students on the set up of a cold/salad station as it
pertains to the school’s restaurant.
5.3 Preparation of Basic Forcemeats Display equipment and ingredients necessary to prepare a
basic forcemeat.
Demonstrate the proper grinding technique for preparing a
basic forcemeat.
Complete the forcemeat by seasoning, sampling, shaping and
cooking the forcemeat.
5.4 Preparation of Hot and Cold Hors Discuss how and when hors d’oeuvres should be served.
d’oeuvres Explain the main types of hors d’oeuvres.
Demonstrate the preparation techniques for preparing the
main types of hors d’oeuvres.
5.5 Preparation of Edible and Non- List the classical garnishes that are used in food preparation.
Edible Garnishes Demonstrate the plating of three classical garnishes as they
apply to various dishes.
Display the equipment necessary for simple garnish
preparation.
Demonstrate various edible garnished to be used on both
plated foods and buffet tables.
Resources: Cooking Essentials, Ch. 18, Cooking Essentials Lab Manual, Ch. 18,
Professional Cooking, Ch. 22,
Extension Activity:
6.2 Understand the Structure of Meat Display several basic cuts of meat to show the muscle fiber
composition of each.
Display the connective tissues of meat, both Collagen and
Elastin, and explain how each must be treated prior to
cooking.
Prepare a handout from the text of the meats bone, helping
students understand the animal’s primal cuts.
6.3 Identify the Basic Meat Cuts Explain the different market forms of meat, from primal cuts
to portion controlled.
List the primal cuts of Beef, Veal, Pork and Lamb.
List the major fabricated cuts from Beef, Veal, Pork and
Lamb.
Prepare a handout from the text showing the Primal cuts of
meat; Chuck, Rib, Loin and Round, and the major fabricated
cuts from each.
6.4 Understand the USDA Inspection and Explain the difference between inspection, Quality Grading
Grading Systems. and Yield Grading.
Explain the difference between Prime, Choice, Select, and
select quality grades.
Explain the difference of the different Yield grades.
Prepare a handout from the text showing a USDA inspection,
quality and yield grading stamps.
Mod 6:
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
Resources: Culinary Essentials Ch. 23, Professional Cooking Ch. 12, Culinary Essentials Lab manual
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
8.2 Identify a variety of fish and Using p. 487 of the Culinary Essentials text or pages 364-369
shellfish of Professional Cooking, identify different species of fish,
classifying each a fresh or salt water fish.
Using Culinary Essentials Ch. 4, and Professional Cooking
Ch. 14, identify common varieties of shellfish.
8.3 Receiving and Storage of Fish and Discuss the criteria necessary for receiving fresh fish.
Shellfish Explain the importance of Shellfish Tags, what they indicate
and how long they should be kept.
Describe the proper method and temperature necessary to
properly store both fish and shellfish.
8.4 Prepare fish and shellfish for cooking Demonstrate how to portion filleted fish.
or serving Demonstrate at least one cooking method for a lean fish and a
fat fish.
Demonstrate how to peel and clean shrimp for service.
Demonstrate a cooking method for each of the following
shellfish; univalve, bivalve, cephalopod, mollusks and
crustaceans.
Demonstrate how to properly open a clam and oyster for
service on the half shell.
Resources: Culinary Essentials chapter 22, Professional Cooking chapter 14, Culinary Essentials Lab manual
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
9.2 Dairy Usage List the different ways of cooking with milk.
Explain when we use certain milks/ creams in recipes.
Explain how, when we use dried milk, it can reduce fat in
certain recipes.
9.4 Using Cheese Demonstrate how to safely cut cheese from a block.
Demonstrate how to slice cheese on a slicing machine.
Demonstrate how to grate cheese.
Demonstrate how to shred cheese.
Explain the various market forms of cheese.
9.6 Egg Cookery Demonstrate the following methods for cooking eggs; Hard
boiled, soft boiled, poached, sunny side up, over easy, over
medium, over hard, scrambled and omelets.
9.7 Egg Grading and Inspection List the different grades of eggs
List the different sizes of eggs.
Explain how eggs are inspected.
Explain how to safely store all forms of eggs.
Mod 9:
Goal(s): Dairy, Egg and Cheese Identification
Lesson Overview:
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
10.2 Vegetable Cooking Methods Match vegetables and the cooking methods that best suit
them.
Demonstrate how to cook vegetables from each vegetable
classification, putting an emphasis on texture, flavor, color
and nutrient retention.
10.3 Cutting Vegetables Describe which knife cuts best suit the vegetables when
matched with the various cooking methods.
Emphasize that knife cute are an important factor in the
proper cooking of vegetables.
10.4 Vegetable Storage Demonstrate how to properly store all raw vegetables.
Note that some vegetables need cold temperatures to
maintain quality and others need cool temperatures.
Demonstrate how to properly store prepped raw vegetables,
focusing on texture, quality and nutritional retention.
Demonstrate how to properly store cooked vegetables.
Resources: Culinary Essential Ch. 26, Professional Cooking Ch16, Culinary Essentials lab manual.
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
11.2 Bakery Ingredients: Flour Varieties List the different types of flour available.
Explain the difference between hard and soft wheat.
Explain the wheat processing procedure and list the products
produced.
Define gluten, how it is produced and discuss the importance
of gluten in bread baking.
Lesson Overview:
11.8 Applying Bakeshop Formulas Discuss the differences between a bakeshop formula and a
cooking recipe.
Explain the procedure for increasing and decreasing
formulas.
Discuss the possible outcomes for inaccurate calculations.
List and define the following terms that will make following
a bakeshop formula easier: beating, blending, creaming, cut-
in, folding, kneading, liaison, sifting, stirring and whipping.
Demonstrate the following mixing methods: straight,
creaming, two stage, sponge and mention variations of each.
11.9 Yeast Dough Production Review the functions of the bakery ingredients that consist in
yeast dough.
Describe the mixing methods used in yeast dough production;
Straight, Modified Straight and Sponge.
List the steps necessary to produce bread from a mixed
dough: mixing, kneading, proofing (fermenting), punching,
scaling (dividing) bench resting, shaping, and final proofing,
washing/slashing/docking, baking, and cooling/storing.
Demonstrate the straight dough method.
Mod 11:
Lesson Overview:
11.14 Pate Choux Paste Demonstrate how to prepare a basic Pate Choux paste.
Pipe a Choux paste into éclair and cream puff shapes.
11.15 Plated Desserts Demonstrate how to plate a cake, pie and other desserts for
service in the school’s restaurant.
Resources: Culinary Essentials Chapters 27, 28, 29, 30,/ Professional Cooking chapters 27-32, Culinary
Essentials lab manual.
Extension Activity:
Culinary Arts
Curriculum Implementation
Guide Grade 12
Mod 1:
Lesson Overview:
1.2 Demonstrations by Culinary art Arrange for various culinary schools to come to school and
institutions. demonstrate their abilities for students.
Explain, along with the demonstrators, the admission
requirements, costs and degrees/certificates that each
institution has to offer.
1.3 Attend local college fairs. In conjunction with guidance department, have interested
students attend local college fairs.
Explore some of the various occupations (traditional and non-
traditional) that are available in the food service industry.
1.4 Speak to guidance counselors. Have interested students make an appointment with their
guidance counselors to start the college application process.
Have interested students inquire about the financial aid
process, filling out federal forms to find out eligibility.
Research various scholarships, local and national, that can
help fund students education.
Resources: School Guidance Department, Various Culinary Arts Higher Educational Facilities
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
2.2 Food Garnishing Identify the specialty tools used in food garnishing.
Demonstrate the tools used in food garnishing.
Demonstrate basic food garnishes, including, but limited to:
Apple Birds, Scallion Flowers, Vegetable Flowers, and
Radish Roses.
2.3 Advanced Salads Review the types of salads, their components and assembly.
Review the different types of dressings.
Explain the characteristics of a composed salad.
Demonstrate a basic composed salad.
Run a composed salad as either an entrée or a smaller version
as a course in the public and/or staff dining rooms.
2.4 Cold Food Platters Demonstrate how assemble a cold food platter for buffet
service in the school’s restaurant.
Discuss the importance of edible garnishes in a cold food
platter.
Discuss the importance of cold sauces and relishes as
accoutrements on a cold food platter.
Resources: Culinary Essentials Ch. 18, Professional Cooking, Ch. 19, Culinary Essentials Lab Manual
Extension Activity:
Informal Assessment(s) Formal Assessment(s)
Daily Production Written tests. Culinary Essentials lab Manual
activities 62-64
Mod 3:
Goal(s): Buffet Service
Lesson Overview:
3.2 Table Setting and Draping Demonstrate how properly drape a table for buffet service.
Where applicable, demonstrate how to apply table skirting to
a buffet table.
Discuss where to set utensils before, during and after service.
Discuss appropriate garnishes for a buffet service.
Resources:
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
4.2 Understand the importance of Explain the importance of communication, on all levels of a
communication in the restaurant working kitchen.
business. Actively demonstrate an open door policy of management
with the students.
Explain the importance of an open line of communication
that should exist between management, co-workers and
customers.
Troubleshoot any problems in service; explain where the
problems lie, and how to avoid any repeat problems of the
same nature. Open communication is essential in this task.
4.3 Understand the concept of time Explain time management and its importance to the
management. restaurant business.
Demonstrate how to create a station/kitchen list, prioritizing
the work load.
Explain the importance of station organization and the effect
it has on time management.
Explain the cost of doing business from a labor standpoint,
and how effective time management has an impact on the
bottom line of a restaurant’s profit and loss statement.
4.4 Leadership Skills Actively demonstrate leadership in the kitchen. Stress the
importance of leading by example.
Explain how an effective manager should coach, direct,
delegate, and support the staff.
Discuss several motivation techniques, and explain how
effective motivation techniques will not only improve moral,
but also improve the overall running of the restaurant.
4.5 Management Structure Identify the various positions of management. Compare the
“management” positions in the school’s kitchen and explain
the importance of each.
Stress the above qualities for effective management and the
effect that the students have on the running of the school’s
restaurant.
Mod 4:
Goal(s): Restaurant Management
Lesson Overview:
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
5.2 Foods and Nutrients Match foods that we serve in the school’s restaurant with the
six nutrients studied in this module.
5.3 USDA Food Guidelines Explain the categories and portion sizes recommended by the
USDA’s new “MY Pyramid”. Compare it to the previously
recommended USDA food pyramid. Cite the modifications
and explain why these were made.
Analyze a menu served in our dining room and compare it
with the USDA “MY Pyramid”.
Explore changes that will bring menu items into alignment
with the USDA guidelines.
5.4 Food Additives Discuss what food additives are commonly found in the
foods that we serve.
Explain the function of several food additives.
Discuss what food additives can and should be avoided. Cite
reasons why.
Resources: Culinary essentials Ch. 11, Profession Cooking Ch. 6, Culinary Essentials Lab Manual, the new
USDA “My Pyramid” handout found online at the USDA’s web site
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
6.2 Menu Types List and explain the types of menus that are found in
restaurants; Static and Cycle Menus, Ala carte and Table
d’Hote and Prix Fixe.
Identify the school restaurant’s menus that were served
during the previous cycle and assign a menu category for
each.
6.3 Meal Services Name menu items that are commonly found on breakfast,
lunch and dinner menus.
Create menus that contain items from a typical breakfast,
lunch and dinner menu.
6.4 Menu Planning Principles Analyze a typical menu served in the school’s restaurant and
see if it contains the following principles; Variety, Balance,
Menu Truthfulness, Nutrition and Flexibility.
Cite at least three plates that incorporate the above five
principles.
6.5 Menu Categories Explain the following menu categories; Appetizers, Soups,
salads, Cold Entrees, Hot Entrees, Sandwiches,
Accompaniments, Desserts, Cheeses and Beverages.
Write a menu, not necessarily for use in the school’s
restaurant, that contain one dish from each category.
Resources: Culinary Essential, Ch. 12, Professional Cooking, Ch. 5, Culinary Essentials Lab Manual
Extension Activity:
Mod 7:
Goal(s): NOCTI Strategies
Lesson Overview:
7.2 Identification Bench Tests Using simulated NOCTI style ingredient and equipment have
students take a food and equipment identification bench test.
Repeat these tests, timing the students, and shortening the
time allowed with each ensuing test.
Using a blank scoring rubric, create criteria for the students
test.
7.3 Performance Bench Tests Simulate a NOCTI style performance bench test.
Repeat these tests, timing the students, and shortening the
time allowed with each ensuing test.
Using a blank scoring rubric, create criteria for the students
test.
Resources:
Extension Activity:
Lesson Overview:
Resources:
Extension Activity:
Based on class theory, instructor demonstrations, resource, materials and class production, the student will be
judged on the following criteria
Total Score_____
Scoring
5=Excellent
4= Above Average
3= Average
2= Below Average
1=Poor