Workflow Planning
| Grade | Work Samples |
|---|---|
| End of Stage 5 (end of Year 10) | |
| Grade C | Darcy |
| Grade D | Chris |
Description of activity
The teacher demonstrates the preparation of a two-course meal suitable for a small dinner party. Students are provided with the recipe for each dish and a worksheet to develop a workflow plan.
The assessment activity requires students to:
- detail the preparation of the menu
- identify tasks performed during the demonstration
- sequence steps into a logical order
- allocate preparation time for each step
- list the equipment required to complete each task
- allocate tasks to a group member.
Context
The unit of work Celebrations is located midway through Stage 5 Food Technology. In this unit students explore a range of special occasions and examine the elements of small-scale and large-scale catering. Students plan and prepare a range of foods for a variety of special occasions.
Prior to this activity the teacher provides notes and discusses the reasons for workflow planning. The teacher demonstrates a two-course meal suitable for a small dinner party. During the demonstration students are to design a workflow plan for the preparation of this menu.
Areas for Assessment
Outcomes
A student:
5.2.3 applies appropriate methods of food processing, preparation and storage
5.5.1 selects and employs appropriate techniques and equipment for a variety of food-specific purposes
5.5.2 plans, prepares, presents and evaluates food solutions for specific purposes.
Criteria for assessing learning
(These criteria would normally be communicated to students with the activity.)
Students will be assessed on their ability to:
- provide adequate detail to ensure the correct preparation of the menu
- sequence identified tasks into a logical and methodical order so that productivity and time management is maximised
- accurately allocate times for each step identified
- select appropriate pieces of equipment for the tasks identified
- allocate tasks to group members to ensure even distribution of work and time efficiency.