Elements and Performance Criteria
- Select and prepare key commodities.
- Identify and select a range of fresh, dried and preserved commodities suitable for dim sum.
- Prepare coconut milk, setting agents and fresh fruits to correct consistency, according to recipe specification.
- Select, measure and weigh different types of flour, and identify properties of yeast, according to recipe specification.
- Prepare sweet and savoury dim sum.
- Prepare fillings, glazing and coating agents to correct consistency, according to recipe specification.
- Cook dim sum according to enterprise procedures and hygiene regulations and requirements.
- Portion dim sum precisely, according to specifications.
- Follow food hygiene and OHS regulations and requirements and apply to all tasks, particularly in the preparation and storage of fillings.
- Produce sweet and savoury dim sum and desserts.
- Follow standard recipes for dim sum items accurately, and according to enterprise practices and recipe specifications.
- Handle specialised equipment according to safety requirements.
- Prepare, fill and cook dim sum according to product specifications.
- Follow correct steps to size and shape buns and dumplings.
- Use correct cooking methods to maintain quality and precise portion control.
- Present sweet and savoury dim sum.
- Check dim sum quality prior to plating and according to enterprise specifications.
- Match crockery size, colour and shape to dim sum items.
- Present dim sum items attractively and according to enterprise requirements.
- Follow requirements for portion sizes and accompaniments and serve according to style requirements of the region and specifications.
- Assess sauces for quality and shelf life.
- Store sweet and savoury dim sum.
- Assess items for shelf life, package appropriately and store products where required in conditions to maintain freshness, eating characteristics and appearance, and shelf life, preventing flavour transfer between sweet and savoury.
- Comply with food hygiene and OHS regulations and requirements in packaging and storing dim sum.