Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook a variety of tandoori dishes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment and cookery methods.
The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that offer Indian cuisine, and to cooks who usually work under the guidance of more senior chefs.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

What You'll Learn

Assessment Requirements

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
• prepare six tandoori dishes using each of the following types of ingredients at least once (at least once across the preparation of the six dishes):
• meat
• poultry
• seafood
• prepare accompaniments for each tandoori dish from the list in the knowledge evidence
• prepare, plate and present above six dishes:
• within commercial time constraints and deadlines
• following procedures for portion control and food safety practices when handling and storing tandoori dishes
• responding to at least one special customer request.

Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
• culinary terms and trade names for ingredients commonly used in the production of tandoori items:
• tandoori powder
• curry powder
• cultural and regional considerations and variations to be considered when preparing tandoori
• contents of date codes and rotation labels for stock
• processes to use the tandoor for cooking food items
• characteristics of tandoori ingredients and finished dishes:
• accompaniments and garnishes
• appearance and presentation
• freshness and other quality indicators
• service style
• taste
• texture
• required conditions for marinating:
• chilling
• covered containers
• common accompaniments to tandoori dishes:
• rice
• vegetables
• pickles
• chutney
• sauces
• appropriate environmental conditions for storing tandoori dishes to:
• ensure food safety
• optimise shelf life
• safe operational practices using essential functions and features of equipment used to produce tandoori.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated in an operational commercial kitchen. This can be:
• an industry workplace; or
• a simulated industry environment, such as an industry-realistic training kitchen servicing customers.
Assessment must ensure access to:
• fixtures and large equipment:
• clay oven (tandoor)
• commercial:
• blenders and food mills
• food processors
• commercial grade work benches (1.5m/person)
• commercial refrigeration facilities:
• freezer
• fridge
• designated storage area for dry goods and perishables
• sink
• gas electric or induction stove tops (two burners per person)
• hot plate, grill or griddle
• small equipment:
• containers for hot and cold food
• cutting boards
• electric rice cookers
• knives and cleavers
• measures:
• measuring jugs
• measuring spoons
• portion controlled scoops
• small utensils:
• sieve
• strainer
• scraper
• spatula
• pastry brush
• scales
• service-ware:
• platters, dishes, and bowls
• cutlery and serving utensils
• sets of stainless steel bowls
• sharpening steels and stones
• temperature probe
• thermometer
• wok (karahi)
• food safe gloves
• diverse and comprehensive range of perishable food supplies for Indian cookery
• cleaning materials and equipment:
• cleaning cloths
• commercial cleaning and sanitising agents and chemicals for cleaning commercial kitchens, equipment and food storage areas
• dustpans and brooms
• garbage bins and bags
• hand towel dispenser and hand towels
• mops and buckets
• separate hand basin and soap for hand washing
• sponges, brushes and scourers
• tea towels
• organisational specifications:
• equipment manufacturer instructions
• current commercial stock control procedures and documentation for ordering, monitoring and maintaining stock
• mise en place lists and standard recipes
• food safety plan
• guidelines relating to food disposal, storage and presentation requirements
• safety data sheets (SDS) for cleaning agents and chemicals
• safe working environment.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors; and:
• have worked in industry for three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.

Foundation Skills

• {'skill': 'Reading skills to:', 'description': 'locate information in standard recipes to determine food preparation requirements; interpret manufacturer instructions for equipment; locate and read date codes and rotation labels on food products.'}
• {'skill': 'Writing skills to:', 'description': 'record notes on recipe requirements.'}
• {'skill': 'Numeracy skills to:', 'description': 'calculate the number of portions; determine cooking times and temperatures; measure quantities of ingredients using simple measuring instruments.'}
• {'skill': 'Problem-solving skills to:', 'description': 'evaluate quality of ingredients and finished dishes and make adjustments to ensure a quality product; adjust taste, texture and appearance of food products according to identified deficiencies.'}
• {'skill': 'Planning and organising skills to:', 'description': 'efficiently sequence the stages of food preparation and production.'}
• {'skill': 'Self-management skills to:', 'description': 'manage own speed, timing and productivity.'}

Prerequisite Units

• SITXFSA005

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