Demonstrate consistent sanitation practices, as outlined in the ServSafe standards
Demonstrate sanitary station set up, with: 1) sanitation bucket/solution; 2) proper cutting board set up
Demonstrate proper use and calibration of an instant-read thermometer
Demonstrate a knowledge of 3-compartment sink set up
Demonstrate a knowledge of proper storage procedures and food labeling
Demonstrate proper cleaning and sanitizing of surfaces
Demonstrate proper cleaning procedures for work station and equipment used in the station
Demonstrate knowledge of the location of fire suppression equipment and knowledge of its proper use
Introduction to the Culinary Industry
Identify the basic positions in a classical brigade
Demonstrate a knowledge of an herb and a spice, and the differences
Demonstrate knowledge of kosher, iodized, and sea salt and how to properly season food
Understand mise en place and how to set up individual station
Demonstrate how to dissect a recipe and prepare for its execution
Demonstrate knowledge to safely perform the necessary tasks in a professional kitchen
Demonstrate proper portioning and presentation
Kitchen Equipment
Demonstrate proper usage of basic equipment
Demonstrate proper usage of hand tools
Demonstrate a knowledge of where and how equipment is properly washed and stored
Knife Skills
Demonstrate proper grip/use of knife & steel
Demonstrate knife safety at all times, while in the kitchen
Demonstrate knowledge and usage of the proper knife for each task, as applicable
Demonstrate a knowledge of basic cuts: coarse chopping; batonnet, mincing; julienne, chiffonade, dice; rondelles
Demonstrate how to indentify different types of knives and their uses
Kitchen Math
Demonstrate knowledge of how to halve a given recipe
Demonstrate how to measure a liquid item
Demonstrate how to measure an item by weight
Stock Cookery
Demonstrate the production of the 3 basic stock types
Demonstrate the production of flavor aid (bouquet garni or sachet)
Demonstrate a knowledge of mirepoix
Mother & Small Pan Sauces
Demonstrate production of all Classical sauces: Bechamel; Veloute; Hollandaise, Tomatoo; Espagnole
Demonstrate concept of derivative sauces
Demonstrate thickening techniques with use of cornstarch, flour, arrowroot
Demonstrate a knowledge of the three types of roux: white roux, blond roux, brown roux
Butchering and Hot Cookery
Demonstrate the fabrication of a whole chicken into 8 smaller cuts: 2 breasts, 2 wings, 2 Frenched legs, 2 thighs w. oyster meat attached, 1 carcass w. little to no meat remaining
Truss a whole chicken
Demonstrate the production of a medium rare piece of meat
Demonstrate the production of a well-done piece of meat
Demonstrate knowledge how to devein shrimp
Demonstrate a knowledge of the best cuts of meat for each of the following cooking methods: Broiling, Grilling, Stewing, Braising, Roasting, Sauteing
Demonstrate production of clarified butter
Demonstrate the production of a steamed item of choice
Demonstrate how to cook dried pasta
Demonstrate a knowledge of meat, vegetable & starch cookery: Broiling, Grilling, Stewing, Braising, Roasting, Sauteing
Demonstrate proper carving of meat and poultry
Demonstrate the production and pan-frying of a breaded item
Breakfast Cookery
Demonstrate proper handling of eggs
Prepare the various types of eggs (2ea eggs): 2 ea. over easy, 2 ea. over medium, 2 ea. over hard, 2 ea. Sunnyside up, 2 ea. scrambled eggs, 2 ea. poached eggs, 2 ea. Hard cooked eggs, 2 ea. egg omelet w. filling of choice
Demonstrate production of breakfast potatoes
Demonstrate knowledge of pancake batter
Basic Baking
Demonstrate a knowledge of gluten
Demonstrate production of a yeasted product
Demonstrate the production of a non-yeast leavened product
Demonstrate a knowledge of proper filling and usage of a piping bag
Demonstrate knowledge of baking ingredients such as cake flour, bread flour, different types of sugar
Identify different common pastry tools
Demonstrate how to separate egg whites and yolks
Demonstrate knowledge and execution of different types of meringue
Demonstrate knowledge of common doughs such as pie, cookie, and biscuit
Demonstrate knowledge of buscuit, muffin, and creaming methods
Front of the House
Demonstrate a knowledge of restaurant positions and their different roles
Demonstrate a knowledge of basic service flow
Demonstrate how to serve, speak, and treat customers
Understand a table set up
Demonstrate a basic knowledge of safety for guests and staff
Demonstrate knowledge on how to handle guest complaints
Demonstrate grasp of basic service terms and meanings
Other
Demonstrate knowledge of a basic vinaigrette
Demonstrate knowledge of rice, grains, & beans
Demonstrate how to cook rice, grains, & beans in stock, water, with spices and to proper specification
Demonstrate the proper preparation and production of fruit and vegetables
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