General Information
Requirements
Assessment Method
Assessors can use the criteria to determine levels of prior learning through dialog with the candidate, direct observation and any other appropriate and relevant evidence. They can score each of the criteria "L", "S", "H". An "N" indicates no evidence and this is the default setting. "L" indicates some capability but some help still required and the candidate is not secure with that particular criterion. "S" indicates secure mastery of the criterion. "H" indicates that the candidate is operating beyond the basic requirements of the criterion. If all criteria are matched with "S" or "H" the unit is passed. All criteria must be at least "S" for a pass.
The Entry 3 learner will be becoming increasingly capable of making use of skills, knowledge and understanding to carry out simple structured tasks and activities with occasional guidance and intervention. They will start to relate tasks to contexts and be aware of consequences of actions for themselves and others. While support and guidance are still needed they will demonstrate increasing capability of working self-sufficiently with simple structured tasks.
An activity will typically be 'structured' when:
* there are several steps that need to be sequential; and
* the learner has opportunities to practice the sequence or clear guidance is provided.
The candidate should show that they are a good team player
Evidence: Relevant information in their publications and documents.
Additional information and guidance
In any work situation, it is always helpful when people work together to solve problems and make the overall tasks easier. In the catering environment, many things depend on speed and efficiency in order to deliver a good service, therefore, working with colleagues to help them if they are struggling with their task will ensure everyone completes on time.
Candidates should be able to show initiative
Evidence: From portfolio files and assessor verification.
Additional information and guidance
Sometimes, if someone has to ask you to do something, it might already be too late. Candidates should be able to see situations where their help would be useful and need to get involved if if they have not been asked, if it will help overall.
Candidates should demonstrate their skills as a team member
Evidence: From portfolio files.
Additional information and guidance
Each task in a kitchen will be pre-defined and it is easy to assign these to each person. As a team member, you need your tasks to be carried out well otherwise other people will not be able to do theirs.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate flexibility
Evidence: Assessors observation of finalised published work.
Things that can go wrong, will go wrong, so it is important not to be too rigid in your approach. If you need to stop doing some task in order to do a more pressing one, you must be prepared to do this.
1.5 I can work in an orderly manner
Candidates will be able to work carefully
Evidence: Assessors observation of finalised published work.
A kitchen environment contains many hazards and is very time dependent, i.e. to get a dinner service out in time. In order to get this level of efficiency, candidates need to be well organised and orderly.
Candidates will be able to carry out tasks in a structured way
Evidence: Assessors observation of finalised published work.
As well as orderliness, a kitchen needs to work to plan so candidates need to show that they can carry out tasks in the right order and to time.
1.7 I can identify actions to maintain good health
Candidates will be able to take care of their work load
Evidence: Assessors observation of finalised published work.
Linked with the above practices, candidates need to make sure they do not overload themselves and get too stressed out. If they work effectively and follow some of the rules above, they should be able to maintain their overall good health.
The assessor should keep a record of assessment judgements made for each candidate and make notes of any significant issues for any candidate. They must be prepared to enter into dialog with their Account Manager and provide their assessment records to the Account Manager through the on-line mark book. They should be prepared to provide evidence as a basis for their judgements should it be required by the Principal Assessor or their Account Manager/external moderator. Before authorising certification, the Account Manager must be satisfied that the assessors judgements are sound.