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Food Skill
Levels
Vary the tasks assigned to student volunteers based on their current
food skill level. Keep in mind that these levels will constantly be
evolving as students gain more experience and confidence in the
kitchen. Consult with the school administration to ensure that all
tasks assigned to students comply with the safety regulations at
the school.
SKILL LEVEL
SAMPLE KITCHEN TASKS
BEGINNING
Wash fruits and vegetables; pack grab bags with food; pack
and deliver breakfast bins; remove eggshells from hard
boiled eggs; mash, mix, peel and knead; press buttons on
appliances; shake closed containers to mix; use scissors
to cut; add ingredients, measure, stir, and pour with some
assistance; help with setting tables and tidy up; use prepped
foods to assemble breakfast item (e.g. breakfast burrito, trail
mix, yogurt parfait); mix frozen juice.
EVOLVING
All of the above plus: use small appliances such as toasters,
blenders, can openers, graters, microwaves, etc.; stir
foods on the stovetop with supervision; butter toast; slice
soft food items; plan a basic weekly menu by following a
budget and going through store flyers; write on the grocery
list when a food item is low; gather the proper equipment
and ingredients needed for a recipe; plan and collect new
recipes; follow simple recipes from start to finish; serve
younger students; lead breakfast stations (e.g. juice table,
hand washing station, cereal); take attendance.
EXPERIENCED
All of the above plus: using appropriate knives to slice and
chop food items; follow more complex recipes from start
to finish; use most kitchen appliances including stove and
oven after instruction; plan full menus; budget; take a full
leadership role in the running of the entire program.
