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Project B 
1. Identifying the customer and customer preferences for creating menus. The responses you 
provide for this question will form the basis of your menus to be planned, costed and 
evaluated for this assessment
Provide an overview of the customers who frequent the restaurant in your workplace. 
Describe the style of cuisine that is used and the menu type or different menu types which 
are being used. Provide an overview of which entrées, main courses, desserts and specials 
are the best sellers and what are the approximate price ranges for these.
Type of customers – Provide a description
 Client is food up-to-the-minute
Cuisine style(s) used in the establishment
Italian, Pakistani, Indian, Chines 
Menu Types used in the establishment
 Cycle, Prix Fixe, Dessert, Ala Carte
Bestselling 
menu items
Example Cost
Bread/ starter Cheese Garlic Bread
Potato wedges
1$
1.00$
Entrée Crackers 1.5$
Soup Chicken corn soup 4 $
Main Red dragon Chicken
Egg fried Rice
Prawns
4$
3$
5$
Dessert Trifle
Pudding
Chocolate fudge 
 3.5$
 4$
 5$
Special/Other Cold Coffee 
Strawberry shake
 3$
 2$
2. Menu 1 – Plan an à la carte menu.
A. Your menu must contain at least 3 choices each for:
 Entrées- Carpaccio of Kingfish, Minestrone and Antipasto plate (V)
 Soups- Chicken corn soup
 Main Courses- Fettuccine pasta, Beef Wellington and Cheese Corn Fritters
 Desserts- Mango Panna Cotta, Flourless Chocolate Cake and pineapple Soufflé
 Additionally, provide 1 vegetarian entrée and 1 vegetarian option for a main course
 1 vegetarian entrée- Fresh mushroom risotto
 1 vegetarian option- Vegetable burger
B. The dishes must provide a balanced variety on offer and within the courses offered including 
the following:
o colours
o cooking methods
o delicacies
o flavours
o nutritional values
o presentation
o seasonally available ingredients
o tastes
o textures.
The dishes of entrees like Minestrone are highly nutritious as it includes vegetables like celery, 
carrots, beans and tomatoes. These vegetables are sautéed for a while this keeps the colour of 
vegetables intact and is often eye catchy. The presentation is quite simple and is served with some 
butter on top of it. The cooking method time involved is typically around 1 hour. The taste is 
versatile, healthy and versatile. The texture of the product is quite thick.
C. The dishes you plan for the menu must fit the customer profile you have described in 
question 1, and meet a price level that matches what you currently have on offer in the 
establishment
Offer is provided to regular customers on paying for three course services will get 8$ discount.
D. Draft ideas for each of the dishes listed in A., present these to your chef/colleagues or trainer
and obtain feedback. Document what the feedback entailed and what you will change as a 
result. Attach this draft and comments to this assessment marked “Menu 1” 
 Antipasto plate is a dish that is prepared with cheese and vegetables. The cost involved in 
preparing this dish is $6.34 whereas the portion cost is $3.17. Eggplant and zucchini are also 
involved in preparing this dish. As per the feedback there need to make some changes 
consumers do not like the taste of zucchini as well as as zucchini that needs to be replaced.
E. Establish standard recipe cards for ONE dish, listing the ingredients and required quantities.
 
Dish name Ingredients Quantities (per kg & L)
Cheese corn Fritters Eggplant
 zucchini
 rock melon
Olive oil
0.100
0.100
0.100
0.040
F. The dishes you plan for the menu must fit the customer profile you have described in 
question 1, and meet a price level that matches what you currently have on offer in the 
establishment.
Commodity $ / kg Trimmings Net Yield/ kg Net cost/kg
Sauce 2.15 5% 0.950 2.35
Tomatoes 2.10 10% 0.900 2.34
Carrots 1.40 16% 0.840 1.67
Onions 2.45 14% 0.860 2.85
Bun 4.10 0% 0.999 4.11
Total cost= 13.32
G. Finalise the standard recipe cards for each dish and cost each dish based on a ‘per serve/per 
person’ price based on a food cost not exceeding 34% for each dish – Adjust menu items 
accordingly.
Standard Recipe Card
Key 
Ingredient: 
Carrots, onions 
,tomatoes, sauce, 
bun
Preparation 
Time: 2 minutes
Key Skills: Burger making
Cooking 
Time: 5 minutes
Equipment 
Needs: Knife and chopping 
board
Difficulty: **1/2
 
 
 
Sales Price 12$ 
Food Cost 
% 7.50%
H. Identify the dishes that feature best in terms of profitability.
More revenue has been derived from dessert dishes as the total amount was ascertained at 
$2.625. The dishes include mango Panna Cotta, Flourless Chocolate Cake and Crêpes Soufflé.
I. Write the menu using an attractive font of your choice, no smaller than size 12. 
 Ensure each dish is described accurately and in an appealing manner, and true in its 
features and ingredients
 Use correct culinary terms, language and grammar relevant to the style of cuisine
Menu Descriptions
Cheese corn Fritters The corn and chopped vegetables are held
together by a thick batter. They are fried in a
small amount of oil, this makes the exterior
crispy and the inside is soft, loaded with
melty cheese, and fresh bits of juicy corn.
J. Once implemented, obtain feedback for the success of the menu using a methods outlined in
the task section above and attach the feedback to this assessment marked “Menu 1
The above dish requires some changes as per the feedback gathered from it. It requires 
more vegetables that will make the dish more presentable and nutritional.
 Which dishes sold most? What is the food cost of the à la carte dishes overall based on the sales 
figures at the time of the review?
The dishes have been mostly sold in the sweet dishes. The total cost that was incurred for 
preparing of the dessert were estimated to $31.92.
Menu Assessment Criteria Comment S NYS S NYS
1 Element 1: Identify customer requirements
The type of customer relevant for the menu/establishment is identified
The cuisine style (s) are identified
The menu types used in the establishment are identified
The common popular items sold in the establishment are identified
An indicative pricing structure is provided for the basis of comparison 
Element 2: Plan menus
The menu contains the number of dishes/choices as per instruction relevant
for the menu type
The dishes provided use a seasonal variety where relevant
The methods of cookery used for the dishes within one menu type provide 
variety and repetitions are avoided
The colours within dishes and in a menu type are appealing
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of tastes 
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of different textures
Main dishes or menus provide an acceptable nutritional balance according 
to Australian Healthy guidelines for adults
The dishes / menu type is/are suitable for the clientele identified in section 
1
Element 3: Cost menus
Each commodity is listed in a standard recipe card
The yield test values are establishes in a yield test sheet
The correct methods are used to calculate yields and net costs
Each dish is costed in the standards recipe card
The correct formulas are used for each type of calculation
The food cost for each dish does not exceed 34%
The correct methods for calculating mark-up are used
The profitability/maximum for each dish or menu is identified 
All calculations are attached for reference as instructed for each menu type
Element 4: Write menu content Comment S NYS S NYS
The menu/dish is written in an appealing way, creating interest
Classical garnishes are used correctly according to conventions (e.g. a 
Wiener Schnitzel must use veal; if pork or chicken is used it must refer to 
pork/chicken Schnitzel “Vienna Style”
The key featuresin each dish/menu are clearly listed
The correct culinary terms are used and explained where relevant
The menu structure is correct in order
The print type/font is clearly legible 
Element 5: Evaluate menu success
The menu /dishes is evaluated using evaluation methods outlines in the 
instructions
The feedback is collated and attached
The feedback is interpreted correctly
A sales analysis ids performed where this is part of the evaluation startegy
1. Menu 2 – Plan a buffet menu.
A. Define the type of buffet theme or style you will plan, and include suitable dishes typically 
included for such a buffet including provisions for all courses in your buffet menu.
Buffet Menu Dishes
Entrees Minestrone, Carpaccio of Kingfish and
Antipasto plate
Main Courses Fettuccine pasta, Beef Wellington and Corn
and Ricotta Fritters
Desserts Mango Panna Cotta, Flourless Chocolate Cake
and Crêpes Soufflé
B. The dishes must provide a balanced variety on offer and within the courses offered including 
the following:
o colours
o cooking methods
o delicacies
o flavours
o nutritional values
o presentation
o seasonally available ingredients
o tastes
o textures.
The dishes that were offered to the consumers had variety of flavours within it. Many factors like
colours, preparation method, and mainly flavours were kept in mind that was considered to be the
main factors. Different menu courses had unique way of presentation and each dish excelled from
the other in tastes. The textures of the dishes should be properly evaluated otherwise it can may
spoil the quality and taste of the food.
C. Draft ideas for each of the dishes listed in A., present these to your chef/colleagues or trainer
and obtain feedback. Document what the feedback entailed and what you will change as a 
result. Attach this draft and comments to this assessment marked “Menu 2” 
 The dish prepared was presented to the head chefs for knowing their views and obtaining 
valuable feedback. This feedback can be used as a useful source for making any implications 
in the dish. The flavours of the dishes was to up to the mark and cannot be served to the 
customers was the feedback that as retained from client.
D. Establish standard recipe cards for ONE dish, listing the ingredients and required quantities.
Commodities
Item Specification
Weight 
kg/l/Unit
Cost per 
kg/l/Unit Actual Cost
Eggs
 2.000
eac
h $0.60
eac
h $1.20
Sugar 0.040 kg $2.20 kg $0.09
Cornflour 0.020 kg $3.50 kg $0.07
Milk 0.250 L $1.50 L $0.38
Vanilla essence
 0.001 L
$35.0
0 L $0.04
Grand marnier
 0.015 L
$45.0
0 L $0.68
To Finish: 
Sweet crêpes
 
10.00
0
eac
h $0.10
eac
h $1.00
Oranges 0.400 kg $3.90 kg $1.56
Sugar 0.025 kg $1.50 kg $0.04
Icing sugar 0.025 kg $2.20 kg $0.06
 
 
 
 
 Total Cost $5.10
Portion Cost $ 1.02 
E. Establish a yield test sheet for all ingredients, using the attached template “Yields” and 
calculate the net yields, and net costs.
Commodity $ / kg Trimmings Net Yield/ kg Net cost/kg
Beans 2.95 16% 0.840 3.51
Broccoli 4.85 24% 0.760 6.38
Standard Recipe Card
Carrots 1.40 16% 0.840 1.67
Cauliflower 5.75 22% 0.780 7.37
Kohlrabi 4.28 32% 0.680 6.29
Spinach 10.60 18% 0.820
12.9
3
Onions 2.45 14% 0.860 2.85
Sirloin 16.80 26% 0.740 22.70
Loin of Pork 14.80 14% 0.860 17.21
Leg of Lamb 8.90 27% 0.730 12.19
F. Finalise the standard recipe cards for ONE dish and cost of that dish. The food cost for this 
buffet must not exceed 30%. The cost per person need to fit the profile of your 
establishment you have identified in Question 1 of this assessment.
Dish : Creepes Souffle
Key Ingredient: 
Crêpes, pastry cream, 
oranges
Preparation 
Time: 20 minutes
Key Skills: 
Crêpes production, pastry 
cream
Cooking 
Time: 10 minutes
Equipment 
Needs: 
Bowl, pan, whisk
Difficulty: *1/2
Garnishes: 
Nil 
 
Name of Dish: 
Portion 
Nos.: 5
Ref. Source: Futura Group
Portion 
Size: 120g
Total Cost: $5.10
Sale Price 
at 10%
Portion Cost: $1.02
( Food 
Cost): $10.19
 
Sales Price $15.00
Food Cost 
% 6.8%
G. Write the menu using an attractive font of your choice, no smaller than size 12. 
 Ensure each dish is described accurately and in an appealing manner, and true in its 
features and ingredients
 Use correct culinary terms, language and grammar relevant to the style of cuisine
Menu Descriptions
Beef Wellington (Main course) Puff filled with beef fillet in it having 
mixed flavours of mushroom, onions, 
parsley and mushroom in it. 
Creepes Souffle (Dessert) Souffle topped with icing sugar and 
pastry cream
H. Once implemented , obtain feedback for the success of the menu using a methods outlined 
in the task section above and attach the feedback to this assessment marked “Menu 2”
According to the feedback gathered there are many problems that with the concerned dishes
that includes improvements to be done with regards to mushroom were over cooked, presence
of onion impaired the flavour. Further implications are to be done based on the feedbacks.
Certain improvements are required otherwise it may lower the standard of the food quality.
I. Which dishes were most popular? Which dishes would you remove from the buffet in future 
– for which reasons?
 Crêpes soufflé were found to be unpopular. Dishes that does not have much demand and 
covers 10.7% of the food cost shall be removed from the buffet in the near future.
2. Menu 3 – Plan a cyclical menu.
A. Plan a cyclical menu to run over 1 week, lunch or dinner to cater for participants of a 1 week 
HACCP seminar with a company next door. The menu must include 3 courses at a set price of
$25.00 per person and a food cost not exceeding 32%. The seminar is of a duration of 1 week
Monday to Friday and is held consecutively over 2 months.
Fried Zuchini Flowers Zuchini flowers, ricotta cheese, garlic chives 
butter and flour.
Prosciutto The different items that were included in it 
are lemon thyme, vincotto vinegar, pecorino 
cheese and many others.
B. The dishes must provide a balanced variety on offer and within the courses offered including 
the following:
o colours
o cooking methods
o delicacies
o flavours
o nutritional values
o presentation
o seasonally available ingredients
o tastes
o textures.
The above two dishes are prepared were delicately. As zucchini flowers are available seasonally. This 
dish is not brightly coloured it may not attract the eyes but are very delicious. The cooking method of
Zucchini Flowers is given below:
Cooking Steps:
 1. Season the zucchini flowers and draw through flour. Draw through the batter
 Draw through the batter and carefully lower into the deep fryer. Fry for 3 minutes 
until golden brown.
 Make sure you turn them to promote even browning
C. Draft ideas for each of the dishes listed in A., present these to your chef/colleagues or trainer
and obtain feedback. Document what the feedback entailed and what you will changes a 
result. Attach this draft and comments to this assessment marked “Menu 3”
The feedback provided by the chef was: Frying was not done properly that resulted in a serious 
problem as the food was left uncooked. Customers will not like and can also stop coming to the 
place.
D. Establish standard recipe cards ONE dish, listing the ingredients and required quantities and 
cost these to meet the required margins set out in A.
Standard Recipe Card
Key 
Ingredient: Zucchini flowers
Preparation 
Time: 10 minutes
Key Skills:
Batter preparation, deep-
frying
Cooking 
Time: 5 minutes
Equipment 
Needs: Bowl, deep fryer, paring 
knife, whisk
Difficulty: *1/2
Garnishes:
Dipping sauce
Name of 
Dish:
Fried Zucchini 
Flowers
Portion 
Nos.: 4
Ref. Source: Futura Group
Portion 
Size: 200g
Total Cost: $6.54
Sale Price 
at 15%
Portion Cost: $1.64
( Food 
Cost): $10.90
Sales Price $22.00
Food Cost 
% 7.4%
Commodities
Item Specification
Weight 
kg/l/Unit
Cost per 
kg/l/Unit Actual Cost
Zucchini flowers
0.320
k
g $12.00k
g $3.84
Ricotta cheese
0.200
k
g $6.90
k
g $1.38
Garlic chives
0.010
k
g $20.00
k
g $0.20
Salt
Tempura batter 0.400 L $2.50 L $1.00
Flour
0.100
k
g $1.20
k
g $0.12
E. Establish a yield test sheet for all ingredients, using the attached template “Yields” and 
calculate the net yields, and net costs.
Commod
ity
$ / 
kg
Trimmin
gs
Net Yield/
kg
Net 
cost/kg
Portions 
/kg
Net Portion 
Cost/ $
Vegetabl
es
Beans 2.95 16% 0.840 3.51 0.100 0.35
Broccoli 4.85 24% 0.760 6.38 0.100 0.64
Carrots 1.40 16% 0.840 1.67 0.100 0.17
Cauliflow
er
5.75 22% 0.780 7.37
0.100 0.74
Kohlrabi 4.28 32% 0.680 6.29 0.100 0.63
Spinach
10.6
0
18% 0.820 12.93
0.100 1.29
Onions 2.45 14% 0.860 2.85 0.050 0.14
F. Identify the dishes that feature best in terms of profitability.
The dishes that feature the beast includes the following dishes Fried Zucchini Flowers and 
Prosciutto the reason was due to the fact that it fetched more profits than other dishes.
G. Write the menu using an attractive font of your choice, no smaller than size 12.
 Ensure each dish is described accurately and in an appealing manner, and true in its 
features and ingredients.
 Use correct culinary terms, language and grammar relevant to the style of cuisine
Dish name Description
Fried Zucchini Flowers Deep Fried with ricotta dipped in cheeses 
mixture
H. Once implemented , obtain feedback for the success of the menu using a methods outlined 
in the task section above and attach the feedback to this assessment marked “Menu 3”
The feedback that was collected has been useful for making implications that have been 
beneficial for the success of the concerned menu.
I. Which dishes were most popular? Which dishes were most profitable? What other options 
could you use for future cyclical menus to reduce your food cost whilst ensuring customer 
satisfaction?
Fried Zucchini Flowers were considerable more popular and had retained more profits that any other
products. Waste management should be done for reducing the costs this will ultimately provide 
satisfaction to the customers with a lower level of food costs.
Menu Assessment Criteria Comment S NYS S NYS
3 Element 1: Identify customer requirements
The type of customer relevant for the menu/establishment is identified
The cuisine style (s) are identified
The menu types used in the establishment are identified
The common popular items sold in the establishment are identified
An indicative pricing structure is provided for the basis of comparison
Element 2: Plan menus
The menu contains the number of dishes/choices as per instruction relevant 
for the menu type
The dishes provided use a seasonal variety where relevant
The methods of cookery used for the dishes within one menu type provide 
variety and repetitions are avoided
The colours within dishes and in a menu type are appealing
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of tastes
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of different textures
Main dishes or menus provide an acceptable nutritional balance according to 
Australian Healthy guidelines for adults
The dishes / menu type is/are suitable for the clientele identified in section 1
Element 3: Cost menus
Each commodity is listed in a standard recipe card
The yield test values are establishes in a yield test sheet
The correct methods are used to calculate yields and net costs
Each dish is costed in the standards recipe card
The correct formulas are used for each type of calculation
The food cost for each menu does not exceed 32%
The set price of $25.00 per person is not exceeded
The correct methods for calculating mark-up are used
The profitability/maximum for each dish or menu is identified
All calculations are attached for reference as instructed for each menu type
Element 4: Write menu content Comment S NYS S NYS
The menu/dish is written in an appealing way, creating interest
Classical garnishes are used correctly according to conventions (e.g. a Wiener 
Schnitzel must use veal; if pork or chicken is used it must refer to pork/chicken
Schnitzel “Vienna Style”
The key features in each dish/menu are clearly listed
The correct culinary terms are used and explained where relevant
The menu structure is correct in order
The print type/font is clearly legible
Element 5: Evaluate menu success
The menu /dishes is evaluated using evaluation methods outlines in the 
instructions
The feedback is collated and attached
The feedback is interpreted correctly
A sales analysis ids performed where this is part of the evaluation startegy
3. Menu 4 – Plan a degustation menu.
A. Plan a degustation menu comprising of at least 5 courses, and offering 2 main course 
options. The food cost must not exceed 34 %. The maximum cost shall be in proportion to 
the client information and current prices for meals as identified in question 1.
Entrees: Minestrone, Carpaccio of Kingfish, Antipasto plate
Main course: Chicken Napolitano with Snow Salad, Corn and Ricotta Fritters with Wild 
Mushrooms and Vegetables
B. The dishes must provide a balanced variety on offer and within the courses offered including 
the following:
o colours
o cooking methods
o delicacies
o flavours
o nutritional values
o presentation
o seasonally available ingredients
o tastes
o textures.
The dishes have been prepared keeping in mind the colour, texture, flavours and determinants that 
are very necessary to be considered. The dishes have not been deep fried as it would despair the 
flavour. The Nutritional content of the dish was maintained at a balanced level. The ingredients used 
are not seasonal and can easily available from the markets. The continuity is maintained in serving 
the dish throughout.
C. Draft ideas for each of the dishes listed in A., present these to your chef/colleagues or trainer
and obtain feedback. Document what the feedback entailed and what you will changeas a 
result. Attach this draft and comments to this assessment marked “Menu 4”
Minestrone will need vegetables like onions, beans, celery and tomatoes.
Carpaccio of Kingfish will need citrus fruits like lemons.
Antipasto plate will require colourful vegetables marinated in lemon or curd.
Chicken Napolitano will need additional ingredients like mushrooms, bay leaf, oregano and tomatoes.
Snow salad can be made with whipped cream and basil.
Corn and Ricotta fritters need additional items like egg, milk and onions.
D. Establish standard recipe cards for ONE dish, listing the ingredients and required quantities, 
which must reflect the portion sizes for a degustation menu based on the number of courses 
provided.
Standard Recipe Card
Key 
Ingredient
: Kingfish, finger lime
Preparatio
n Time:
30 minutes + 
freezing time
Key Skills: Fish filleting, herb oil production
Cooking 
Time: Nil
Equipmen
t Needs:
Blender, chef's knife, filleting knife Difficulty: *1/2
Garnishes Nil
:
Name of 
Dish:
Carpaccio Of Kingfish With 
Finger Limes Caviar
Portion 
Nos.: 4
Ref. 
Source: Futura Group
Portion 
Size: 100g
Total Cost: $24.69
Sale Price 
at 20%
Portion 
Cost: $6.17
( Food 
Cost): $30.86
Sales 
Price $24.00
Food Cost
% 25.7%
Commodities
Item Specification
Weight 
kg/l/Unit
Cost per 
kg/l/Unit Actual Cost
Kingfish fillet 0.30
0 kg
$35.0
0 kg $10.50
Extra virgin olive
oil
0.30
0 L
$25.0
0 L $7.50
Sea parsley 0.06
0 kg
$18.0
0 kg $1.08
Baby spinach 0.02
0 kg $6.00 kg $0.12
Basil 0.02
0 kg
$20.0
0 kg $0.40
Spring onions 0.05
0 kg $4.00 kg $0.20
Murray river salt 
flakes
0.00
2 kg
$44.0
0 kg $0.09
Finger limes 4.00
0
eac
h $1.20
eac
h $4.80
Total Cost $24.69
Portion Cost $ 6.17
E. Establish a yield test sheet for all ingredients, using the attached template “Yields” and 
calculate the net yields, and net costs.
$ / 
kg
Trimmin
gs
Net Yield/ 
kg
Net 
cost/kg
Portions 
/kg
Net Portion 
Cost/ $
Vegetab
les
Beans 2.95 16% 0.840 3.51 0.100 0.35
Broccoli 4.85 24% 0.760 6.38 0.100 0.64
Carrots 1.40 16% 0.840 1.67 0.100 0.17
Cauliflow
er
5.75 22%0.780 7.37
0.100 0.74
Kohlrabi 4.28 32% 0.680 6.29 0.100 0.63
Spinach
10.6
0
18% 0.820 12.93
0.100 1.29
Onions 2.45 14% 0.860 2.85 0.050 0.14
F. Identify the dish (from Standard recipe card) that features best in terms of profitability.
Carpaccio of Kingfish with Finger Limes Caviar.
G. Write the menu using an attractive font of your choice, no smaller than size 12.
 Ensure each dish is described accurately and in an appealing manner, and true in its 
features and ingredients.
 Use correct culinary terms, language and grammar relevant to the style of cuisine
Dish Description
Carpaccio Of Kingfish With Finger Fillet served with extra virgin olive oil and 
parsley sprinkled on top
H. Once implemented , obtain feedback for the success of the menu using a methods outlined 
in the task section above and attach the feedback to this assessment marked “Menu 4”
The feedback that has been accessed from the chefs was that the content of salt in food was 
lower that made it inferior.
I. What was the feedback received, and accordingly what should be improved for a degustation
menu in the future?
Feedback gathered was: The food should be prepared more attentively that more attentively 
in order to maintain balance in the quality of food.
Menu Assessment Criteria Comment S NYS S NYS
4 Element 1: Identify customer requirements
The type of customer relevant for the menu/establishment is identified
The cuisine style (s) are identified
The menu types used in the establishment are identified
The common popular items sold in the establishment are identified
An indicative pricing structure is provided for the basis of comparison
Element 2: Plan menus
The menu contains the number of dishes/choices as per instruction relevant 
for the menu type
The dishes provided use a seasonal variety where relevant
The methods of cookery used for the dishes within one menu type provide 
variety and repetitions are avoided
The colours within dishes and in a menu type are appealing
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of tastes
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of different textures
Main dishes or menus provide an acceptable nutritional balance according to 
Australian Healthy guidelines for adults
The dishes / menu type is/are suitable for the clientele identified in section 1
Element 3: Cost menus
Each commodity is listed in a standard recipe card
The yield test values are establishes in a yield test sheet
The correct methods are used to calculate yields and net costs
Each dish is costed in the standards recipe card
The correct formulas are used for each type of calculation
The food cost for the degustation menu does not exceed 34%
The overall price is acceptable in terms of the client information and pricing 
structure of the eatblishment
The correct methods for calculating mark-up are used
The profitability/maximum for each dish or menu is identified
All calculations are attached for reference as instructed for each menu type
Element 4: Write menu content Comment S NYS S NYS
The menu/dish is written in an appealing way, creating interest
Classical garnishes are used correctly according to conventions (e.g. a Wiener 
Schnitzel must use veal; if pork or chicken is used it must refer to pork/chicken
Schnitzel “Vienna Style”
The key features in each dish/menu are clearly listed
The correct culinary terms are used and explained where relevant
The menu structure is correct in order
The print type/font is clearly legible
Element 5: Evaluate menu success
The menu /dishes is evaluated using evaluation methods outlines in the 
instructions
The feedback is collated and attached
The feedback is interpreted correctly
A sales analysis ids performed where this is part of the evaluation startegy
4. Menu 5 – Plan an ethnic menu.
A. Plan an ethnic menu of your choice suitable to the customer profile /establishment you have 
identified in question 1. The menu needs to include 3 courses. The food cost must not 
exceed 28%.
Starter Menu Cost
Chicken Soup $ 15
Veg Soup $ 10
Carpaccio of Kingfish $ 20
Grilled chicken $ 8
Main Course Cost
Beef Wellington $ 35
Veg Fried Rice $ 8
Chicken Fried rice $25
Dessert Cost
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta $ 12
Flourless chocolate Cake $ 15
Ice creams $ 4
B. The dishes must provide a balanced variety on offer and within the courses offered including the 
following:
o colours
o cooking methods
o delicacies
o flavours
o nutritional values
o presentation
o seasonally available ingredients
o tastes
o textures
In the above mentioned menu the color of the items is well good. Both the soups colors are white 
and the children which has been grilled has brownish color. The cooking method of the soup is 
boiling. However, the chickens have been grilled. The rice has been prepared by boiling and frying of 
the vegetables. The look of the all the food from the menu card is delicacies. The flavors of the food 
items are quite good and aromatic. The values of nutrients have been maintained while preparing. 
The presentation of the food is well maintained... The taste of foods is quite good.
C. Draft ideas for each of the dishes listed in A., present these to your chef/colleagues or trainer
and obtain feedback. Document what the feedback entailed and what you will changes a 
result. Attach this draft and comments to this assessment marked “Menu 5”
After providing the ideas to the chef, trainers and colleagues for getting their feedback and 
opinion about the selected menu. They liked the idea of the mentioned food items. However,
they had also provided suggestions for making some changes in the price of the selected 
food items.
D. Establish standard recipe cards for ONE dish, listing the ingredients and required quantities.
Standard Recipe 
Card
Name 
of 
dish:
Beef 
Wellington
Portio
n #: 2
Ref.so
urce:
Future 
group 250g
Total 
Cost: $13.66 Portion size: 15%
Portio
n 
Cost: $6.83 $45.55
Sales 
Price
$35.
00
Food 
Cost 
% 19.5 %
Item
Specificati
on Weight kg/l/Unit Cost per kg/l/Unit Actual cost
Beef 
filet 0.300 kg $32 kg $9.60
Onion .050 kg $2.50 kg $0.13
Mushro
oms 200 kg $3.90 kg $0.78
parsley .005 kg $20.0 kg $0.10
0
butter .020 kg $6.20 kg $.12
Vegetab
le oil .030 kg $4.50 L $.14
salt
Pepper
Puff 
Pastry 
sheets 2.000 each $.50 each $1.00
Egg 1,000 each $ .60 each $.60
Baby 
spinach .100 kg $12 kg $1.20
Total 
Cost $13.66
Portio
n Cost $6.83
E. Establish a yield test sheet for all ingredients, using the attached template “Yields” and 
calculate the net yields, and net costs.
Commodity $/kg Net yield/ kg Net cost/ kg
Beef filet 0.300kg $ 0.32 9.6 $
Onion 0.50 kg $ 3.90 0.78 $
Baby spinach 0.100 12 $ 1.20$
Mushrooms 200 3.90 $ 0.78
Egg 1,000 $ 12.00 $1.20
Parsley 0.005 20$ 0.10$
Butter 0.20 6.20 0.12
Vegetable oil 0.030 4.50 0.14
Puff pastry sheets 2000 0.50$ $1.00
F. Write the menu using an attractive font of your choice, no smaller than size 12.
 Ensure each dish is described accurately and in an appealing manner, and true in its 
features and ingredients.
 Use correct culinary terms, language and grammar relevant to the style of cuisine
The beef wellington is prepared by frying onions, mushrooms and parsley to the hot melted butter. 
The beef filets wrapped on the puff pastry with spinach in the centre and placed them on the plate 
and garnished as per the customers’ needs.
G. Once implemented , obtain feedback for the success of the menu using a methods outlined 
in the task section above and attach the feedback to this assessment marked “Menu 5”
The changes in the menus have been completedand based on the feedback menu 6 has been 
prepared.
H. What was the feedback received, and accordingly what should be improved when planning 
future ethnic menus in the future?
The taste of the food needs to be improved a little more and the price of the food should be 
changed. These changes needed to be overlooked while preparing future menu card.
Menu Assessment Criteria Comment S NYS S NYS
5 Element 1: Identify customer requirements
The type of customer relevant for the menu/establishment is identified
The cuisine style (s) are identified
The menu types used in the establishment are identified
The common popular items sold in the establishment are identified
An indicative pricing structure is provided for the basis of comparison
Element 2: Plan menus
The menu contains the number of dishes/choices as per instruction relevant 
for the menu type
The dishes provided use a seasonal variety where relevant
The methods of cookery used for the dishes within one menu type provide 
variety and repetitions are avoided
The colours within dishes and in a menu type are appealing
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of tastes
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of different textures
Main dishes or menus provide an acceptable nutritional balance according to 
Australian Healthy guidelines for adults
The dishes / menu type is/are suitable for the clientele identified in section 1
Element 3: Cost menus
Each commodity is listed in a standard recipe card
The yield test values are establishes in a yield test sheet
The correct methods are used to calculate yields and net costs
Each dish is costed in the standards recipe card
The correct formulas are used for each type of calculation
The food cost for the menu does not exceed 28%
The correct methods for calculating mark-up are used
The profitability/maximum for each dish or menu is identified
All calculations are attached for reference as instructed for each menu type
Element 4: Write menu content Comment S NYS S NYS
The menu/dish is written in an appealing way, creating interest
Classical garnishes are used correctly according to conventions (e.g. a Wiener 
Schnitzel must use veal; if pork or chicken is used it must refer to pork/chicken
Schnitzel “Vienna Style”
The key features in each dish/menu are clearly listed
The correct culinary terms are used and explained where relevant
The menu structure is correct in order
The print type/font is clearly legible
Element 5: Evaluate menu success
The menu /dishes is evaluated using evaluation methods outlines in the 
instructions
The feedback is collated and attached
The feedback is interpreted correctly
A sales analysis ids performed where this is part of the evaluation startegy
5. Menu 6 – Plan a set /table d’hôte menu.
A. Plan a set or table d’hôte menu of your choice suitable to the customer profile 
/establishment you have identified in question 1. The menu needs to include 3 courses and 
may have a choice for each course. The food cost must not exceed 30% and could potentially 
make use of any by-products you have identified in e.g. your à la carte menu (Menu 1) or 
degustation menu (Menu 4)
 Starter
Sweet and sour soup
Stuffed Garlic Mushrooms
 Main course
Grilled sea bream
Grilled fillet of Salmon
 Desert
Flourless Chocolate cake
B. The dishes must provide a balanced variety on offer and within the courses offered including 
the following:
o colours
o cooking methods
o delicacies
o flavours
o nutritional values
o presentation
o seasonally available ingredients
o tastes
o textures.
 The color, cooking methods, flavors, nutritional value and so on has been maintained in the 
dishes.
C. Draft ideas for each of the dishes listed in A., present these to your chef/colleagues or trainer
and obtain feedback. Document what the feedback entailed and what you will change as a 
result. Attach this draft and comments to this assessment marked “Menu 6”
 The draft of the prepared menu card has been presented before the chef and they approved 
the dishes.
D. Establish standard recipe cards for ONE dish, listing the ingredients and required quantities, 
which must reflect the portion sizes for courses within a menu.
Standard Recipe 
Card
Name 
of 
dish:
Grilled fillet 
of Salmon
Portio
n #: 3
Ref.so
urce: Future plan 300g
Total 
Cost: $15.00 Portion size: 18%
Portio
n 
Cost: $8. 90 $46.75
Sales 
Price
$40..
00
Food 
Cost 
% 25.5 %
Item
Specificati
on Weight kg/l/Unit Cost per kg/l/Unit Actual cost
Salmon 
fillets 0.200 kg $40 kg $10.96
Lemon 
pepper
Garlic 
powder
Soya 
sauce 10 ML $5.00 ML $0.9
Brown 
sugar .10 kg $7.80 kg $.15
water 1 L $5.60 L $.25
salt
Vegetab
le oil .050 L $5.50 L $.13
Total 
Cost $12.65
Portio
n Cost $7.93
E. Establish a yield test sheet for all ingredients, using the attached template “Yields” and 
calculate the net yields, and net costs.
Commodity $/kg Net yield/ kg Net cost/ kg
Beef filet 0.300kg $ 0.32 9.6 $
Onion 0.50 kg $ 3.90 0.78 $
Salmon fillets 0.200 40 $ 10.96 $
Soya sauce 10 $ 5.00 $0.9
water 0.1 1.60 0.25$
Brown sugar 10 7.80 0.15
Vegetable oil 0.50 5.50 0.13
F. Write the menu using an attractive font of your choice, no smaller than size 12.
 Ensure each dish is described accurately and in an appealing manner, and true in its 
features and ingredients.
 Use correct culinary terms, language and grammar relevant to the style of cuisine
In order to prepare a grilled fillet salmon fish, put in the foils by following lemon juice, vinegar, basil 
and garlic and then placed in the grilled.
G. Once implemented, obtain feedback for the success of the menu using a methods outlined in
the task section above and attach the feedback to this assessment marked “Menu 6”
The recipe has been implemented and presented before chef and trainer for their feedback for 
the improvement if required.
H. What was the feedback received, and accordingly what needs to be improved when planning
future set or table d’hôte menus in the future.
They had suggested to add some more spices to make it tasty.
Menu Assessment Criteria Comment S NYS S NYS
6 Element 1: Identify customer requirements
The type of customer relevant for the menu/establishment is identified
The cuisine style (s) are identified
The menu types used in the establishment are identified
The common popular items sold in the establishment are identified
An indicative pricing structure is provided for the basis of comparison
Element 2: Plan menus
The menu contains the number of dishes/choices as per instruction relevant 
for the menu type
The dishes provided use a seasonal variety where relevant
Any potential by-products as a result from planning Menu 1 and Menu 4 are 
identified
The methods of cookery used for the dishes within one menu type provide 
variety and repetitions are avoided
The colours within dishes and in a menu type are appealing
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of tastes
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of different textures
Main dishes or menus provide an acceptable nutritional balance according to 
Australian Healthy guidelines for adults
The dishes / menu type is/are suitable for the clientele identified in section 1
Element 3: Cost menus
Each commodity is listed in a standard recipe card
The yield test values are establishes in a yield test sheet
The correct methods are used to calculate yields and net costs
Each dish is costed in the standards recipe card
The correct formulas are used for each type of calculation
The food cost for the menu does not exceed 30%
The correct methods for calculating mark-up are used
The profitability/maximum for each dish or menu is identified
All calculations are attached for reference as instructed for each menu type
Element 4: Write menu content Comment S NYS S NYS
The menu/dish is written in an appealing way, creating interest
Classical garnishes are used correctly according to conventions (e.g. a Wiener 
Schnitzel must useveal; if pork or chicken is used it must refer to pork/chicken
Schnitzel “Vienna Style”
The key features in each dish/menu are clearly listed
The correct culinary terms are used and explained where relevant
The menu structure is correct in order
The print type/font is clearly legible
Element 5: Evaluate menu success
The menu /dishes is evaluated using evaluation methods outlines in the 
instructions
The feedback is collated and attached
The feedback is interpreted correctly
A sales analysis ids performed where this is part of the evaluation startegy
6. Menu 7 – Plan a seasonal menu.
A. Plan a seasonal menu, relevant to the time of the year/month and the region where you 
undertake this assessment. Your menu may include e.g. dishes for a game season, fresh 
berries in season, in conjunction with dishes paired to new wines released or similar. Your 
menu needs to comprise of a selection of speciality dishes using seasonal produce as a 
specials menu or a complete menu using at least 4 courses.
The food cost shall not exceed 31% for any dish, and the menu should be in line with the 
characteristics you have provided in Question 1 of this assessment.
Appetizers
Salads of different variety
Persimmon and Burrito Salad
Specialty cocktail
Sweet Potato Fritter with Avocado Tartar
B. The dishes must provide a balanced variety on offer and within the courses offered including 
the following:
o colours
o cooking methods
o delicacies
o flavours
o nutritional values
o presentation
o seasonally available ingredients
o tastes
o textures.
All the variety of balance has been maintained like the food color, taste, presentation, seasoning and 
much more.
C. Draft ideas for each of the dishes listed in A., present these to your chef/colleagues or trainer
and obtain feedback. Document what the feedback entailed and what you will change, 
accordingly. Attach this draft and comments to this assessment marked “Menu 7”
The menu had been presented before the chef and trainer for their opinion and feedback
D. Establish standard recipe cards for ONE dish, listing the ingredients and required quantities.
Standard Recipe 
Card
Name 
of 
dish:
Persimmon 
and Burrata
Portio
n #: 5
Ref.so
urce:
Planning 
future 250g
Total 
Cost: $20.00 Portion size: 15%
Portio
n 
Cost: $7. 50 $25.65
Sales 
Price
$25.
00
Food 
Cost 
% 28.8 %
Item
Specificati
on Weight kg/l/Unit Cost per kg/l/Unit Actual cost
Fuyu 
persim
mons
0.2 kg $15 kg $5.96
Hazeln
uts 12 kg $7.00 ML $0.10
Burrata 
cheese .5 kg $9.80 kg $.13
Blasami
c 
vinegar 0.5 L $2.60 L $.18
Maldon 
seasalt
Olive oil .040 L $8.50 L $.16
Total 
Cost $10.65
Portio
n Cost $5.93
E. Establish a yield test sheet for all ingredients, using the attached template “Yields” and 
calculate the net yields, and net costs.
Commodity $/kg Net yield/ kg Net cost/ kg
Fuyu persimmons 0.2 kg $ 0.25 8.6 $
Hazelnuts 0.5 kg $ 4.90 0.79 $
Burrata cheese 0.15 30 $ 11.96 $
Balsamic vinegar 16 $ 6.00 $0.10
F. Write the menu using an attractive font of your choice, no smaller than size 12.
 Ensure each dish is described accurately and in an appealing manner, and true in its 
features and ingredients.
 Use correct culinary terms, language and grammar relevant to the style of cuisine
The persimmon and burrito salad has been made by 2 rip Fuyu persimmons with finely chopped 
toasted hazelnuts and pomegranate seeds.
G. Once implemented , obtain feedback for the success of the menu using a methods outlined 
in the task section above and attach the feedback to this assessment marked “Menu 7”
The prepared dish has been given to the chef for their feedback.
H. What was the feedback received, and accordingly what needs to be improved or changed?
The dish has been liked by the chef.
Menu Assessment Criteria Comment S NYS S NYS
7 Element 1: Identify customer requirements
The type of customer relevant for the menu/establishment is identified
The cuisine style (s) are identified
The menu types used in the establishment are identified
The common popular items sold in the establishment are identified
An indicative pricing structure is provided for the basis of comparison
Element 2: Plan menus
The menu contains the number of dishes/choices as per instruction relevant 
for the menu type
The dishes provided use a seasonal variety where relevant
The methods of cookery used for the dishes within one menu type provide 
variety and repetitions are avoided
The colours within dishes and in a menu type are appealing
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of tastes
Dishes within a menu type provide a variety of different textures
Main dishes or menus provide an acceptable nutritional balance according to 
Australian Healthy guidelines for adults
The dishes / menu type is/are suitable for the clientele identified in section 1
Element 3: Cost menus
Each commodity is listed in a standard recipe card
The yield test values are establishes in a yield test sheet
The correct methods are used to calculate yields and net costs
Each dish is costed in the standards recipe card
The correct formulas are used for each type of calculation
The food cost for each dish does not exceed 31%
The correct methods for calculating mark-up are used
The profitability/maximum for each dish or menu is identified
All calculations are attached for reference as instructed for each menu type
Element 4: Write menu content Comment S NYS S NYS
The menu/dish is written in an appealing way, creating interest
Classical garnishes are used correctly according to conventions (e.g. a Wiener 
Schnitzel must use veal; if pork or chicken is used it must refer to pork/chicken
Schnitzel “Vienna Style”
The key features in each dish/menu are clearly listed
The correct culinary terms are used and explained where relevant
The menu structure is correct in order
The print type/font is clearly legible
Element 5: Evaluate menu success
The menu /dishes is evaluated using evaluation methods outlines in the 
instructions
The feedback is collated and attached
The feedback is interpreted correctly
A sales analysis ids performed where this is part of the evaluation startegy

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