CSP-CKG7102 - Knife Skills

Course Description

Learn the safe and correct usage of a variety of kitchen knives. Become skilled holding a chef knife properly, making basic knife cuts following guidelines and instruction. Put yourself in our capable hands and effortlessly start using your knives. Hands-on class. Optional Knife Kit available for purchase.

Course Outline

1. Mechanics

• Knife Construction
• Types of metal on cutting edge
• Demonstration on sharpening techniques
• Working triangle (body stance when using knives)
• Demonstration of cutting techniques

 2. Techniques

• Vegetable cut guidelines
• Dice
• Julienne

 3. Specialties

• Brunoise
• Batonne
• Paysanne

Learner Outcomes

Participants will meet new friends, learn to correctly hold and use knives safely and effectively; and acquire knife skills to slice, dice, mince, julienne, and chiffonade.  

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