Proposal for Catering of a Special Occasion
| Grade | Work Samples |
|---|---|
| End of Stage 5 (end of Year 10) | |
| Grade A | Kerry Frances |
| Grade B | Shannon Indra |
| Grade C | Lindsay Jessie Lou Lee |
| Grade D | Courtney Riley |
Description of activity
Students prepare a proposal for the catering of a special occasion.
Student Instructions
- Create a profile of the special occasion you have chosen
- Plan a suitable menu for your special occasion using appropriate layout and terminology. Use books or recipe finders on the internet and complete a bibliography of references and web addresses.
- a. Draw a place setting for one person.
b. Word process one of the recipes using procedural text format.
c. Calculate the cost of the recipe per portion and the total cost for all guests.
d. Describe how you could modify or adapt the recipe for another function.
Context
In this unit students have been studying content from the Food for Special Occasions and Food Service and Catering focus areas. They have examined a variety of food service and catering operations, and the production and preparation of foods for special occasions. Students have learnt about menu planning considerations and recipe development. They have undertaken a range of practical food preparation experiences.
Areas for Assessment
Outcomes
5.4.1 collects, evaluates and applies information from a variety of sources
5.4.2 communicates ideas and information using a range of media and appropriate terminology
5.5.1 selects and employs appropriate techniques and equipment for a variety of food-specific purposes
5.5.2 plans, prepares, presents and evaluates food solutions for specific purposes
Criteria for assessing learning
(This criteria would normally be communicated to students with this activity)
Students will be assessed on their ability to:
- create a proposal for the catering for a selected special occasion with consideration of menu planning, selection of recipes, costing and table setting
- communicate ideas and information appropriate to the task.