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Which subject	Hospitality & catering
What age group	Year or Grade 9
What topic	Food safety 90 mins
Quantity	1
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Lesson Introduction: Food Safety in Hospitality & Catering

Duration: 90 minutes
Grade Level: Year 9

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Setting the Scene: A Culinary Adventure

Objective

Welcome to the world of hospitality and catering! Today, we embark on an exciting culinary adventure where flavor meets safety. By the end of this lesson, you will not only be ready to whip up a delicious meal but also to ensure that every step you take in the kitchen keeps our diners safe from harmful bacteria and foodborne illnesses.

Engaging Hook: The Mystery Box Challenge

Activity Instructions

1. Mystery Box Preparation: As you enter the classroom, you will see a sealed box placed in the center. Inside the box are three mystery ingredients that we frequently use in a kitchen (for instance, chicken breast, lettuce, and strawberries).

2. Group Formation: Divide the class into small groups of 4-5 students. Give each group a few minutes to discuss what they think is in the box based on the hints provided on the front of the box.

3. Reveal and Discussion: After each group has shared their guesses, open the box to reveal the actual ingredients. Take a moment to highlight these items' roles in cooking while also discussing the necessity of food safety concerning each.

Questions for Thought

• How do we ensure these ingredients remain safe to eat?
• What could happen if we don’t follow food safety practices when handling these ingredients?

Transition to Lesson Content

After this engaging introduction, we will delve into the critical aspects of food safety, including:

• Understanding Cross-Contamination
• Proper Food Storage Techniques
• Cooking Temperatures and Guidelines
• Personal Hygiene in the Kitchen

By relating our food safety standards to the ingredients we just uncovered, students will easily connect these concepts to real-world kitchen scenarios.

Visual Learning Aid

Prepare a poster or digital slideshow that visualizes the journey of food safety from the farm to the table. This visual should include:

• Icons representing hygiene
• Storage temperatures
• Safe cooking temperatures
• Best-before dates

Let's keep our culinary adventure safe and delicious! Are you ready to learn how to become responsible chefs?

Conclusion of the Introduction

As we kick off today's lesson, remember: every delicious dish begins with safe practices. Now, let’s dive in and make safety our first ingredient in every recipe!

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This lesson introduction sets the stage for an engaging and informative session on food safety, ensuring that students understand its importance in the hospitality and catering sectors.