Question 1: (The catering industry)
13 marks
1.1 What does the term catering mean? (3)
1.2 What is the fundamental difference between a commercial and a non-commercial
catering
businesses? (4)
1.3 Give three examples for commercial and three examples for non-commercial
catering industries/businesses. (6)
Question 2: (Menu planning)
2.1 What do you understand under a balanced menu? (3)
2.2 Mention and briefly explain four aspects of a balanced menu. (8)
11 marks
Question 3: (Portion control)
9 marks
There are certain items of equipment which can assist in maintaining control of the size of
the portions. Give three examples of
3.1 Utensils (3)
3.2 Pre-portioned commodities (3)
3.3 Purchase specifications (3)
Question 4: (Food costing)
Explain the following terms in food costing:
4.1. Net Profit (2)
4.2. Break-even point (3)
5 marks
Question 5: (Storage)
9 Marks
5.1 At what temperature does one store dry goods in a dry store and explain why should
it be dark and dry in the storeroom? (5)
5.2 Give the different storage temperatures for a) fruits and vegetables, b) milk and
dairy products, c) meat and meat products and d) fish. (4)
Question 6 :( Kitchen Organization)
10 marks
6.1 Give the French name and duties of the Vegetable cook. (5)
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