SITHPAT304
Produce yeast based bakery products

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce yeast based bakery products following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make and decorate sweet and savoury breads, rolls, buns and yeast raised pastries.

Application

This unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations which produce and serve specialist patisserie products including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.

It applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior chefs.


Prerequisites

This unit must be assessed after the following prerequisite unit:

SITXFSA101

Use hygienic practices for food safety


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

1. Select ingredients.

1.1 Confirm food production requirements from food preparation list and standard recipes.

1.2 Calculate ingredient amounts according to requirements.

1.3 Identify and select ingredients from stores according to recipe, quality, freshness and stock rotation requirements.

2. Select, prepare and use equipment.

2.1 Select equipment of correct type and size.

2.2 Safely assemble and ensure cleanliness of equipment before use.

2.3 Use equipment safely and hygienically according to manufacturer instructions.

3. Portion and prepare ingredients.

3.1 Sort and assemble ingredients according to the sequencing of food production.

3.2 Weigh and measure wet and dry ingredients according to the recipe and quantity of yeast goods required.

3.3 Minimise waste to maximise profitability of yeast goods produced.

4. Prepare yeast based doughs.

4.1 Prepare yeast based doughs to correct consistency and shape and according to standards recipes.

4.2 Prove products according to specified temperature and other conditions.

5. Cook yeast goods.

5.1 Use cookery methods for yeast based bakery products and fillings to achieve desired product characteristics.

5.2 Follow standard recipes and make food quality adjustments within scope of responsibility.

5.3 Select baking conditions, required oven temperature and bake yeast based bakery products.

5.4 Cool yeast based bakery products in appropriate conditions to retain optimum freshness and product characteristics.

5.5 Store reusable by-products of food preparation for future cooking activities.

6. Decorate present and store yeast goods.

6.1 Enhance appearance and taste of yeast based bakery products using suitable fillings, icings and decorations, according to standard recipes.

6.2 Visually evaluate yeast goods and adjust presentation.

6.3 Use suitable serviceware to attractively present yeast based bakery products according to organisational standards.

6.4 Display yeast based bakery products in appropriate conditions to retain optimum freshness and product characteristics.

6.5 Store yeast based bakery products and reusable by-products in appropriate environmental conditions.

Required Skills

Required skills

initiative and enterprise skills to minimise wastage

literacy skills to:

read and comprehend food preparation lists, standard recipes, date code and stock rotation labels and manufacturer instructions for equipment

write notes on recipe requirements and calculations

numeracy skills to:

weigh and measure ingredients for the quantity of bakery products required

determine cooking times and temperatures

planning and organising skills to efficiently sequence the stages of food preparation and production

problem-solving skills to:

evaluate quality of ingredients and finished bakery products and make adjustments to ensure a quality product

adjust taste, texture and appearance of food products according to identified deficiencies

self-management skills to manage own speed, timing and productivity

technology skills to use food preparation and cooking equipment.

Required knowledge

culinary terms and trade names for:

ingredients commonly used to produce yeast based bakery products

a variety of classical and contemporary yeast based bakery products

product characteristics of a variety of classical and contemporary yeast based bakery products:

appearance

colour

consistency

crumb structure

moisture content

shape

taste

texture

nutritional value of classical and contemporary yeast based bakery products

historical and cultural derivations of a variety of yeast based bakery products

contents of stock date codes and rotation labels

indicators of freshness and quality of stocked ingredients for yeast based bakery products

properties of yeast:

interaction with other ingredients

changes brought about by yeast and effects on final food product characteristics

fermentation and dough development processes

control of yeast action

mise en place requirements for producing yeast based bakery products

cookery methods for yeast based bakery products:

adding fats and liquids to dry ingredients

chilling ingredients and work surfaces

cutting, shaping and moulding

incorporating fat

kneading and handling

preparing and using fillings

preparing and using prebake finishes and decorations

preparing and using types of yeast

rolling

selecting and preparing appropriate moulds

stirring and aerating to achieve required consistency and texture

using required amount of batter according to desired characteristics of finished products

weighing or measuring and sifting dry ingredients

whisking, folding, piping and spreading

appropriate baking temperatures and cooking times for yeast based bakery products

equipment used to produce yeast based bakery products:

essential features and functions

safe operational practices

storage of yeast based bakery products and re-usable by products of their preparation:

correct environmental conditions to ensure food safety

appropriate methods to optimise shelf life.

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

follow standard recipes to produce and decorate sweet and savoury yeast based bakery products including a selection from each of the following two categories:

1. Breads and buns:

Bath buns

bread rolls

breakfast breads

dinner rolls

hot cross buns

lunch rolls

speciality breads

2. Yeastraised pastries:

Danish pastries

croissants

brioche

küchen

babas

savarins.

produce a quantity of yeast based bakery products of the same type that are consistent in quality, size, shape and appearance

integrate knowledge of:

quality indicators for ingredients

cookery methods for yeast based bakery products

essential features, functions and safe use of food preparation equipment

food safety practices for handling and storing yeast based bakery products

produce yeast goods within commercial time constraints.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure use of:

an operational pastry kitchen with the fixtures, large and small equipment and workplace documentation defined in the Assessment Guidelines; this can be a:

real industry workplace

simulated industry environment such as a training kitchen servicing customers

industryrealistic ratios of kitchen staff to customers

food preparation lists and standard recipes

a variety of commercial ingredients for yeast based bakery products.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct observation of the individual preparing for and producing a range of yeast based bakery products

evaluation of the taste and visual appeal of yeast goods produced by the individual

projects that allow assessment of the individual’s ability to produce a variety of yeast based bakery products for an event, function or meeting within designated deadlines

use of visual and taste recognition exercises so the individual can identify ingredient and product characteristics

written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of yeast properties, quality indicators for ingredients, equipment, cookery methods and appropriate environmental storage conditions

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the individual.

Guidance information for assessment

The assessor should design integrated assessment activities to holistically assess this unit with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role, for example:

BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

BSBWOR202A Organise and complete daily work activities

SITHCCC104 Package prepared foodstuffs

SITHCCC304 Produce and serve food for buffets

SITHCCC307 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements

SITXFSA201 Participate in safe food handling practices

TLIE1005A Carry out basic workplace calculations.


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Food production requirements may include:

deadlines

portion control

quantities to be produced

special customer requests

special dietary requirements

standard recipes.

Equipment may include:

baking sheets

beaters

bowl cutters

chopping boards

commercial mixers and attachments

cutting implements

graters

knives, including large serrated cake knives

ladles in a variety of sizes

marble bench

measurers:

metric calibrated measuring jugs

moulds, shapes and cutters

ovens

pastry cutters and shapes

piping bags and attachments

proofer

range of saucepans and pots for small and large production

serving tongs and trowels

scales

serviceware

sets of stainless steel bowls

spatulas

spoons:

wooden spoons

large plain and slotted metal spoons

storage containers and trays

whisks

wire cooling racks.

Yeast based doughs include those for:

basic breads and buns

yeastraised pastries.

Yeast based bakery products include:

sweet and savoury:

breads

rolls

buns

breads and buns including:

baguettes

Bath buns

bread rolls

breakfast breads

dinner rolls

hot cross buns

lunch rolls

speciality breads

yeastraised pastries including:

Danish pastries

croissants

brioche

küchen

babas

savarins

those:

derived from classical or contemporary recipes

from various cultural origins.

Fillings may include:

chocolate

cream:

butter

fresh

cheese

wine

custard

frangipane

ganache

fresh or crystallised fruit and fruit purées

jam

savoury fillings using:

bacon

cheese

fish

ham

meat

poultry

vegetables

spices

whole or crushed nuts.

Food quality adjustments may relate to:

ratio of wet to dry ingredients

taste:

salty

spicy

sweet

temperature

texture:

a light or heavy mouth feel

clean

creamy

crispy

crunchy

fibrous

intense

marshmallow like

moist

mousse

rich

slippery

smooth

velvety.

Decorations may include:

coloured and flavoured sugar

fresh, preserved or crystallised fruits

fruit purées

glazes

icings

jellies

nuts

seeds

sprinkled icing sugar

whole or crushed nuts.

To adjust presentation may involve:

changing accompaniments and garnishes to maximise eye appeal:

balance

colour

contrast

changing plated food for practicality of:

customer consumption

service

wiping drips or spills.

Environmental conditions relates to appropriate:

atmosphere

humidity

light

packaging

temperature

use of containers

ventilation.


Sectors

Hospitality


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.