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Unit
Unit Reference Number
F/601/4915
Qualification Framework
QCF
Title
Prepare and clear areas for table service
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
32
Unit Credit Value
4
Date of Withdrawal
SSAs
7.4 Hospitality and Catering
Unit Grading Structure
Pass
Assessment Guidance

This unit should be assessed against People 1st's assessment strategy and evidence requirements which can be found on People 1st's website: www.people1st.co.uk

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Learning Outcome - The learner will:Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1

Be able to prepare service areas and equipment for table service

1.1

Check that service areas are hygienic, undamaged and ready to use in line with the service operation

1.2

Check that service equipment is clean, undamaged, positioned ready to use and turned on where appropriate

1.3

Check that there are sufficient stocks of table items and stored in line with service operation

1.4

Prepare condiments and accompaniments ready for service and store them in line with food hygiene regulations

1.5

Check refuse and waste food containers are clean and ready for use

2

Understand how to prepare service areas and equipment for table service

2.1

Describe safe and hygienic working practices when preparing service areas and equipment for table service

2.2

State why a constant stock of food service items has to be maintained

2.3

State why it is important to check expiry dates on items and how to do so

2.4

Outline organisations procedures for storage and stock rotation

2.5

State why service equipment should be turned on before service

2.6

State why waste must be handled and disposed of correctly

2.7

State where and from whom health and safety and food hygiene information can be obtained

2.8

Outline the types of unexpected situations that may occur when preparing service areas and equipment and how to deal with them

3

Be able to clear dining and service areas after table service

3.1

Check dining furniture, table linen and table items are clean and undamaged

3.2

Arrange restaurant furniture according to the food service operation

3.3

Lay up tables according to cover lay up

3.4

Check that menus and ensure that they contain accurate information and are ready for customer use

3.5

Check that condiment containers are clean, full and ready for customer use

4

Understand how to clear dining and service areas after table service

4.1

Describe safe and hygienic working practices when preparing customer dining areas

4.2

State why it is essential to check table linen and table items before service

4.3

State why menus should be checked before us

4.4

State why heating/air conditioning/ventilation and lighting should be checked before use when preparing customer dining areas for table service

4.5

Outline the types of unexpected situations that may occur when preparing customer dining areas and how to deal with them

5

Be able to prepare customer and dining areas for table service

5.1

Arrange table items used in food service area for cleaning or store them as required

5.2

Prepare service and table linen for dispatch to laundry or clean down and remove disposable items

5.3

Store food items and accompaniments for future use in line with food hygiene regulations

5.4

Dispose of rubbish and waste food correctly

5.5

Make sure that service equipment is clean and turned off or stored

5.6

Leave dining and food service areas tidy and ready for cleaning

6

Understand how to prepare customer and dining areas for table service

6.1

Describe safe and hygienic working practices when clearing dining and service areas

6.2

State why all dining and service areas should be left clean after service

6.3

State why certain electrical equipment should be turned off after service

6.4

State why waste must be handled and disposed of correctly

6.5

Describe how to dispose of broken glass and crockery safely

6.6

State the security procedures that should be followed

6.7

Outline the types of unexpected situations that may occur when clearing dining and service areas and how to deal with them

Equivalent Units
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