WorksheetsCh. 26 Work Plan
Total questions: 32
Worksheet time: 16mins
A work plan is a list of all the tasks you need to do in order to prepare a meal.
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False
A work plan lists tasks in chronological order.
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False
Reading recipes ahead of time helps you to determine what food and equipment you will need.
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False
Chopping and measuring ingredients can be part of pre-preparation.
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To make a timetable, work forward from the time you will start preparation.
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To calculate the time per dish, subtract the preparation time from the cooking time.
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To make a work plan, list the tasks in an order beginning with the last task first.
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False
Work plans are not ideal for complicated meals because they can make preparation more confusing.
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A good team uses the skills of only the most experienced and talented team members.
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If something goes wrong during a team project, determine which team member should take the blame.
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How does a work plan list tasks?
in alphabetical order
in chronological order based on their starting time
in order from last to first
in chronological order based on their ending time
In addition to reading the recipes you plan to use ahead of time, what else must you read before beginning a work plan?
the list of ingredients on the labels of packaged foods you plan to use
the cookbook’s introduction
instructions on any packaged food you plan to use
MyPyramid
What is pre-preparation?
freezing fully prepared meals to serve later
tasks that can be done before you begin putting the recipe together
tasks that can be done after the recipe is prepared but before serving
setting the table and filling water glasses
What does it mean to dovetail tasks?
to split tasks into two parts
to delegate tasks to another team member
to fit different tasks together to make good use of time
to have ingredients and equipment ready when you need them
How should you make a timetable?
Work forward from the time you will start preparing the meal.
Work backward from the time you want to have everything ready to serve the meal.
Work backward and forward from the time you want to be in the middle of the meal.
none of the above
How should you calculate the time per dish?
Subtract the preparation time from the cooking time.
Add the preparation time to the cooking time.
Subtract the cooking time from the preparation time.
Divide the preparation time by the cooking time.
Which is not an example of a task with an optional start time?
set table
gather food and equipment
broil ham steak
open packages
How should you determine when you need to start preparing each food?
Deduct the time needed to prepare the food from the time the meal should be ready.
Deduct the time the meal should be ready from the time needed to prepare the food.
Deduct the starting time from the time the meal should be ready.
Deduct the time the meal should be ready from the starting time.
How can you efficiently deal with tasks that have optional start times?
Wait until meal preparation is complete before you start them.
Dovetail them with other tasks when you can.
Assign them to your dinner guests.
all of the above
Which is not a question you would ask to evaluate the effectiveness of your work plan?
Did I complete the meal on time?
Did the food provide adequate nutrients?
Did I feel hurried or pressured at any point?
Was the work plan flexible enough to handle problems?
What are the advantages of using teamwork in the kitchen?
It can be fun.
It can make food preparation easier.
It can make food preparation more efficient.
all of the above
Which is not a skill required for good teamwork?
cooperating
communicating
arguing
organizing jobs
Which is an example of good communication in a team?
considering workspace and equipment
sharing information as you work
cleaning up after you use the foods lab
all of the above
Which is not an example of taking responsibility as a team member?
following safety rules at all times
leaving the lab as you like to find it yourself
disposing of waste properly
determining who is to blame for problems faced by the team
Which is an example of using teamwork at home?
teaching a younger sibling how to master a new skill
asking one family member to prepare all meals
blaming other family members for disorganization in the kitchen
leaving undesirable chores for other family members to complete
Pre-preparation includes tasks that can be done _________________________ you begin putting the recipes together.
before
pre-preparation
start
evaluate
Pre-preparation includes tasks that can be done _________________________ you begin putting the recipes together.
before
pre-preparation
start
evaluate
Tasks that can be done ahead or dovetailed do not need a specific _________________________ time.
before
pre-preparation
start
evaluate
After a meal is over, _________________________ your work plan.
before
pre-preparation
start
evaluate
_________________________ involves combining efforts to reach a goal.
before
Teamwork
cooperation
responsibility
When team members ask for help and are willing to help others in return, they show the skill of _________________________.
before
Teamwork
cooperation
responsibility
As a team member, taking _________________________ means you are willing to do your part.
before
Teamwork
cooperation
responsibility
