Title: Describe safe food preparation techniques and food handling practices.
Course: Family and Human Services I (19999-I) > Section: Understanding Nutritional Needs and Food Management

Description should include

- methods of food preparation
- equipment needs
- methods of food storage
- sanitation practices.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What are the difficulties of assuring proper food preparation techniques in a human services institution with multiple food handlers?
- How can human services professionals ensure proper storage of food?
- What are the consequences of improper sanitation practices or food storage methods?
- What are the laws and regulations that govern sanitation and safety in a human services institution?

Communication

- How can a human services organization communicate expected methods of food preparation to employees?
- How can a human services professional communicate special equipment needs to his/her employer?
- How do government agencies communicate sanitation regulations?

Leadership

- What responsibility do government agencies have in providing training in food preparation and handling?
- Why is it important for human services workers to provide support to co-workers while maintaining sanitation practices?

Management

- Why is it important for human services management professionals to provide employees with guidance in methods of food preparation?
- What are some obstacles to acquiring special equipment used for food preparation, handling, and service?
- How can a kitchen manager in a human services organization ensure that food is stored and prepared according to guidelines?