Kitchen Helper - Tourism HR Canada

Jane, a kitchen helper, has been placed in charge of a new work team. Which of the following should Jane do first?

Complete a budget to help make team decisions.

Evaluate the team's performance and make changes.

Identify each team member's role and responsibilities.

Remove problem employees from the team.

Correct! Wrong!

When recording the details of a workplace injury to a co-worker, which of the following is the most important detail to note?

The dollar value of the property damage.

The estimated amount of time the injured worker will be off work.

The names and telephone numbers of witnesses.

Who, if anyone, caused the accident.

Correct! Wrong!

How should the kitchen helper store dried egg products?

In plastic containers.

In cardboard containers.

In disposable containers.

In original containers.

Correct! Wrong!

What type of pot is used for browning and stewing meat?

Bain-marie.

Braiser.

Double boiler.

Roaster.

Correct! Wrong!

What is the first step the kitchen helper should take when cleaning kitchen equipment such as food processors, juicers and mixers?

Dismantle.

Clean and sanitize.

Turn off and disconnect power.

Rinse containers in soapy water.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following behaviours by the kitchen helper best demonstrates the concept of being a team player?

Asking for help only in emergency situations.

Sharing personal information with team members.

Maintaining a clear understanding of personal objectives.

Taking pride in team accomplishments.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is the most appropriate way for the kitchen helper to gain an understanding of house policies?

Consult with a co-worker.

Consult with the supervisor.

Study legislation documents.

Study the emergency procedures manual.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is an appropriate guideline that the kitchen helper should follow when preparing vegetables?

Root vegetables should be peeled as thinly as possible.

Root vegetables should be washed in several changes of cool water.

Green, leafy vegetables should be lightly scrubbed.

Green, leafy vegetables should be stored in an uncovered container.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is the best temperature to store ice cream for long-term storage?

0 °C or lower.

–9 °C or lower.

–18 °C or lower.

–27 °C or lower.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is most important for the kitchen helper to know in connection with fire prevention?

Location of the nearest fire hall.

Location of all "No Smoking" signs.

Location of the electrical shut-off switch.

Location of the emergency procedures manual.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is the most important reason why thawed foods such as meat should not be re- frozen?

It leads to "freezer burn".

It ruins the taste.

It speeds microbial activity.

It will not re-freeze properly.

Correct! Wrong!

The kitchen helper writes down the following sequence of steps for cleaning a steamer: be aware of hot parts; disconnect power; drain; clean and sanitize. What step is missing?

Clean grease trap.

Check temperature gauge.

Release pressure.

Store disassembled.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following statements is an important workplace safety guideline for the kitchen helper to follow?

Clean up breaks and spills immediately.

Announce presence when walking in front of co-workers.

Attempt to repair broken kitchen equipment as soon as possible.

Document workplace injuries within one week of their occurrence.

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is a primary reason for ensuring that an electrical appliance is disconnected from a power source before starting cleaning and maintenance procedures?

To prevent burns

To prevent electrical shock.

To avoid damaging the appliance

To avoid damaging the cleaning and maintenance tools

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following behaviours by the kitchen helper will be most effective in preventing cross-contamination?

Wearing minimal jewellery

Applying fragrances sparingly

Having regular medical check-ups

Washing hands between tasks

Correct! Wrong!

While working, Frank, a kitchen helper, has spilled a large amount of rinse additive on the floor. Which of the following is the best thing for Frank to do?

Let the spill evaporate on its own

Rinse the spill with an oxidizing material

Soak up the spill with absorbent clay

Sprinkle a powdered detergent on the spill

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is the most important step when cleaning a dishwasher?

Spray the inside of the machine with a bleaching solution

Spray the inside of the machine with a post-wash sprayer

Spray the inside of the machine with a pre-wash sprayer

Spray the inside of the machine with an industrial cleaner

Correct! Wrong!