WorksheetsCulinary Essentials Chapter 4 Test (Grade 10)
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: All foodservice employees need to know basic math skills.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: You do not need to give your own name when answering the phone at a foodservice operation—only the name of the business.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: The two most common forms of business writing are memos and business letters.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: A reliable employee does all of his or her assigned tasks and does not attempt tasks that are not assigned to him or her.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: Playing computer games on a work computer is inappropriate, but checking personal e-mail and Web surfing are okay if it is a slow business period.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: Trade publications are a good place to look for foodservice industry jobs.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: The first step in applying for a job is interviewing with your potential employer.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: If you find a question on a job application you cannot answer, you should leave the space blank.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: A cover letter should clearly summarize the information on your résumé.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: The day after an interview, you should send the interviewer a letter to thank him or her for the interview.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: Every employee has the responsibility to maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: Workers’ compensation is money your employer pays you if you get injured on the job.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: Receiving a salary means that you receive a set amount of money regardless of the amount of time you work.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: The amount of money you receive after deductions are made from your paycheck is called gross pay.
True
False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false: When an employee is compensated for working overtime with extra pay, it is called compensatory time.
True
False
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question: Who must use math skills to order supplies?
cooks
foodservice manager
servers
chefs
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question: If the bill is 12.25andacustomerpayswitha 20 bill, what is the correct change?
$7.25
$7.75
$8.25
$8.75
After greeting a caller, what should you ask them?
How are you today?
What do you want?
How may I help you?
Who is this?
Which is the name of the part of the letter that identifies the recipient?
signature
body
closing
salutation
Which is the process of looking for key points while reading?
skimming
previewing
focusing
visualizing
How does an honest worker handle a mistake?
Admit to your mistake.
Fix it before anyone notices.
Pretend like nothing happened.
Just keep working and see what happens.
Which is the national organization of high school and college students who take family and consumer science courses?
Family and Consumer Science Students of America
FACSUSA
SkillsUSA
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
Which job source involves getting information from people you know?
professional organizations
trade publications
the Internet
networking
When looking for a job, how can you network on a state, national, or international level?
Inquire at a government agency.
Make friends in other places.
Join a professional organization.
Move to a new city.
Where can you register your résumé with online employment agencies?
trade publications
the Internet
networks
professional organizations
What should you use to fill out a job application?
blue or black ink
red ink
number two pencil
typewriter
Which type of letter do you write when a job lead asks you to send a written response?
cover letter
letter of request
business letter
inquiry letter
What should you do if an interviewer ends an interview without specifying when you will hear back from them?
Ask the receptionist on your way out.
Politely enquire when you may expect to hear from them.
Wait to hear from the employer.
Call in one week.
What is the first thing you should do after an interview?
Follow up with the employer.
Review the session.
Ask about salary.
Send a thank you letter.
What job can you advance to if you start out as a cook?
banquet captain
pantry supervisor
sous chef
assistant manager
How will your employer let you know how well you are performing your job?
Give you a bonus.
Critique your performance daily.
Give an evaluation.
List the mistakes you made on a board.
Which is one of the most common work injuries?
broken bones
muscle strain
repetitive stress injury
whiplash
What type of wage pays based on each hour that you work?
minimum wage
hourly wage
salary
contract wage
How much of the bill can foodservice workers generally earn in tips?
5-10%
10-20%
15-30%
20-50%
What type of benefit helps pay expenses if you become disabled and can no longer work?
health and accident insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
investment plan
Complete each statement: A tax of 8 1/2% means you must add ______ to each dollar of a meal.
$0.085
$0.80
$0.15
$0.08
Complete each statement: In foodservice, a commitment to quality means that you always use quality ________.
ingredients
equipment
advertising
uniforms
Complete each statement: The national organization of high school and college students who are enrolled in training programs for technical, skilled, and service operations is called ______.
SkillsUSA
FCCLA
FFA
DECA
Complete each statement: A magazine or newsletter produced by and for members of the foodservice industry is called a(n) ______.
trade publication
press release
employee manual
consumer report
Complete each statement: When you contact a telephone lead, you should give them the name of the ______ you are interested in.
restaurant
manager
position
city
Complete each statement: Your résumé should include your career ______.
hobbies
objective
references
grades
Complete each statement: Never use company time or resources for ______ business.
personal
company
emergency
charitable
Complete each statement: Employers are responsible for providing you with ______ working conditions.
flexible
safe
competitive
independent
Complete each statement: A(n) ______ is money that is withheld from your gross pay.
deduction
bonus
stipend
per diem
Complete each statement: One benefit that is unique to working in the foodservice industry is discounted or free ______.
meals
uniforms
parking
training
Describe how to make change at the table and how to make change at a point-of-sale computer system: Which practice ensures correct change for a customer in either situation?
Count the change back to the customer and verify the total on the point-of-sale screen.
Subtract mentally and hand over cash without verification.
Rely on a coworker to confirm the amount.
Keep extra cash on hand to cover mistakes.
Describe how to use resources effectively at work: Which practice demonstrates effective use of workplace resources?
Plan tasks to minimize waste and track inventory.
Use supplies freely and reorder often.
Ignore inventory records to save time.
Order excess materials to avoid running out.
Explain the difference between a letter of request and a cover letter: Which statement correctly distinguishes them?
A letter of request asks for information or action; a cover letter introduces your résumé and interest in a position.
Both documents do the same job and are interchangeable.
A letter of request is only used inside a company; a cover letter is only for colleges.
A cover letter asks for information; a letter of request accompanies a résumé.
Describe the various ways to respond to a job offer: Which responses are appropriate?
Accept the offer as presented.
Decline the offer politely.
Negotiate terms such as pay or schedule.
Ignore the offer and wait for a better one.
Describe the rights of employees that United States labor laws protect: Which protections are covered by these laws?
Fair wages and overtime pay.
Freedom from workplace discrimination.
The right to unsafe working conditions.
Limits on child labor and requirements for safe workplaces.
