Course descriptions:
This course provides opportunities for students to:
Enhance and refine their own flair for cooking and demonstrating diverse food preparation and presentation techniques.
Gain a theoretical foundation in food preparation, methods of cookery and presentation, with a emphasis on multicultural foods.
Participate in an end of term MASTERCHEF cook-off with special guest judges.
Topics Studied for this 100-hour course:
Food safety and Hygiene
Methods of Cookery
Food Styling
Garnishes
Bavarian Cooking
International Cookery eg; Asian, European, Indigenous
This course will appear on the ROSA as Food Technology.
Skills you will master:
Teamwork and communication skills
Organisation and time management skills
Knowledge & understanding of food preparation and cooking methods
Presentation & plating tips and techniques
Enhanced knowledge and understanding of a range of international cuisines
Equipment required:
Laptop
A4 exercise books
Pens
Highlighters
pencil
Ruler
Glue
Apron
Cap
Tea towel Dish cloth
Closed in leather shoes
Container to pack food
Career opportunities:
Executive Chef
Sous Chef
Cook
Kitchen hand
Hospitality worker
Catering
Food Design
Food Photography
Possible learning experiences/excursions:
Master Chef challenges
Restaurant experiences
Course fees:
Year 9 – $130.00 plus cost of field studies as required