Vg1 restaurant and food processing (RMF01‑03)
Core elements

The core element handwork skills involves work techniques, production methods and use of various hand tools, machines, equipment and technology. Handwork skills also involve developing knowledge about goods, the processing of raw ingredients and product sales. Further, they involve putting together different products and meals, and choosing production methods through the senses, and investigating and assessing the characteristics of raw ingredients.

The core element sustainable production involves using raw ingredients and reducing food waste and emissions from food production. Further, it involves using raw ingredients, waste management, reuse and recycling, and improved utilisation of resources over time. The core element also concerns awareness around raw ingredients being a limited resource.

The core element workplace and occupational identity involves the production of goods and services that society demands in realistic work situations. Workplace and occupational identity also involves insight into the requirements and expectations, framework conditions and ethical guidelines governing the workplace.

The core element quality and safe food involves safe processing and preparation of raw ingredients to sell, and shall also promote basic knowledge and awareness of hygiene and quality control systems used in the trade in compliance with laws and regulations.