CULINARY ESSENTIALS GRADES 9 – 12
This is a semester course that focuses on basic skills needed in food preparation such as product knowledge, sanitation and safety, reading recipes, food science, culinary and baking techniques. In addition you learn about nutrition and wellness issues, food borne illnesses and eating disorders. You will practice Mise en Place, how to follow directions, how to measure ingredients, read and comprehend recipes, practice kitchen math skills along with terminology and work cooperatively with a team to accomplish cooking tasks. The common core standards will be infused throughout this course. It is important for all students to leave this course with training that is aligned to upper course selections offered through this department and that may lead to post‐secondary training expectations. By the end of the course, students will be able to demonstrate Mise en Place skills throughout all labs. They will be able to apply these strategies to their work space and learn to utilize time in an efficient manner. As a result of taking this course you will be eligible to take other food courses offered at Waterford High School. Prerequisite: none Credits: 0.5
Family & Consumer Sciences Curriculum
Waterford Public Schools
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