To enable learners to grasp the fundamentals of meat preparation and cookery in relation to simple meat dishes, such as burgers, bacon sandwiches, sausages and mash. Preparation will include simple methods such as defrosting and seasoning.
Be able to prepare meat for a basic dish.
Check that meat is of acceptable quality.
Use tools and equipment correctly to prepare meat.
Use appropriate preparation method to prepare meat for a chosen dish.
Observe key health and safety requirements when preparing meat.
Know about meat preparation.
Outline key checks to ensure meat is of acceptable quality.
Identify different preparation methods.
Give reasons why particular preparation methods are needed for different basic meat dishes.
Identify appropriate tools for different preparation methods.
State storage requirements for prepared meat.
Outline key health and safety considerations when preparing meat.
Be able to cook meat for a basic dish.
Select and use appropriate cooking method for a chosen meat dish.
Observe key health and safety requirements when cooking meat.
Know about meat cookery.
Identify the main methods of cooking meat.
Outline the cooking methods used in different basic meat dishes.
Outline the key tools and equipment associated with different cooking methods.
Identify key health and safety considerations when cooking meat.