USING STANDARDS RECIPE

Purpose 

A Standard Recipe is a formula, which lists all the ingredients and methods necessary to prepare and present a dish.

It lists the name of the dish; the exact quantities of each ingredient and how they are to be measured, and processed, cooked and presented and the portion yield.

The purpose of a standard recipe is to control the production of a particular food so that it can be consistent in quality, quantity, presentation and taste regardless of who cooks it.

An Established Standard recipe MUST be strictly adhered to and followed and must not be changed in any way or form without permission from the Executive Chef.

Policy

To ensure that all staffs understand the buffet refilling procedure.

Procedure

1. Read the recipe thoroughly

2. Check that you understand all the terms used in the recipe

3. Familiarize yourself with all the items in the recipe

4. Identify methods used to combine ingredients

5. Make sure that you are familiar with all the process in the recipe

6. Scale the recipe if more portions are required

7. Prepare a work plan 

8. Requisition any food needed for the production

9. Gather all required ingredients, utensils and tools required.

10. Set equipment to correct temperatures and speeds

11. Weigh and measure all ingredients accurately, Do not Estimate.

12. Check that all ingredients are included and the measurements are correct.

13. Proceed step by step through the method of preparation

14. Check your product during the process, as timing is important for many dishes

15. Maintain a clean work area 

16. Seek help from supervisor if you do not follow any step of this Recipe.