WorksheetsYear 8 Food & Hospitality – Daily Review Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is a frittata?
An egg-based dish similar to an omelette or crustless quiche, often filled with vegetables, cheese, and meat.
A type of Italian pasta dish with tomato sauce.
A sweet Italian dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese.
A traditional Italian bread topped with herbs and olive oil.
Why is a frittata a great way to reduce food waste?
Because it can use leftover veggies, meats, and cheeses that might otherwise be thrown away.
Because it is always made with fresh ingredients only.
Because it requires expensive and rare ingredients.
Because it is only eaten at restaurants.
What are the basic ingredients in a frittata?
Eggs, milk or cream, and a mix of fillings like vegetables, cheese, or meat.
Flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Rice, soy sauce, and chicken.
Pasta, tomato sauce, and basil.
What cooking method is usually used to finish a frittata?
It is often cooked on the stovetop first, then finished in the oven.
It is deep-fried until golden brown.
It is always steamed in a covered pot.
It is microwaved for a few minutes.
Why is food waste a problem in the food and hospitality industry?
It increases costs, fills up landfills, and wastes valuable resources like water and energy.
It improves customer satisfaction and reduces expenses.
It helps in maintaining food freshness for longer periods.
It leads to increased food donations and community support.
How can reducing food waste help lower the cost of a meal?
By using leftover ingredients, businesses save money and don’t have to buy as much.
By increasing the portion sizes of meals.
By using more expensive ingredients.
By hiring more staff to manage waste.
What does 'FIFO' stand for in kitchen safety and storage?
First In, First Out – use older stock before new stock to reduce waste.
Fast In, Fast Out – cook food quickly to save time.
First In, First Out – store new stock on top of old stock.
Food In, Food Out – remove food as soon as it is delivered.
Why is cross-contamination dangerous in the kitchen?
It can spread harmful bacteria from raw foods to ready-to-eat foods, causing foodborne illness.
It makes food taste better.
It helps preserve food for longer periods.
It improves the appearance of food.
What colour chopping board is used for raw meat?
Red.
Blue.
Green.
Yellow.
What is the correct temperature for storing cold food?
5°C or below.
10°C or below.
15°C or below.
0°C or below.
Why is handwashing important before cooking?
It removes germs and helps prevent contamination of food.
It makes the food taste better.
It helps the food cook faster.
It keeps the kitchen utensils shiny.
It adds flavor to the ingredients.
What should you do if you spill something on the kitchen floor?
Clean it up immediately to prevent slips and falls.
Ignore it and walk away.
Wait for someone else to clean it.
Cover it with a towel and leave it.
Name one way to reduce food waste at home.
Plan meals ahead and use leftovers creatively.
Throw away all leftovers immediately.
Buy more food than needed.
Ignore expiration dates on food.
What impact does food waste have on the environment?
It produces methane in landfills and wastes energy used in food production.
It increases the oxygen levels in the atmosphere.
It helps reduce landfill sizes and pollution.
It conserves water and energy resources.
What is one way cafés reduce costs without reducing quality?
Using seasonal and local produce which is often cheaper and fresher.
Serving smaller portions for the same price.
Switching to lower quality ingredients.
Reducing staff to a minimum during busy hours.
Why are portion sizes important in hospitality?
They help control food costs, reduce waste, and ensure consistency for customers.
They make the food look more colorful and attractive.
They allow chefs to experiment with new recipes every day.
They help increase the number of menu items available.
What is one risk of not following safe food handling practices?
Customers could get sick, and the business could be fined or shut down.
Food will taste better.
The kitchen will be cleaner.
Employees will get a bonus.
What should you do if a knife falls off a bench?
Let it fall—never try to catch it.
Quickly grab it before it hits the ground.
Kick it away with your foot.
Call someone else to pick it up.
Why are frittatas popular in cafés?
They’re affordable, easy to prepare in bulk, and can be served hot or cold.
They require expensive ingredients and complex techniques.
They are only served at fine dining restaurants.
They take a long time to prepare and must be eaten immediately.
What does it mean if a café is 'cost-effective'?
It runs efficiently by saving money where possible without compromising on quality.
It only serves expensive food and drinks.
It is always crowded regardless of service.
It focuses only on interior decoration.
