What is the Food Service Unit
The main role of the Food Service Unit or F.S.U is for members to gain knowledge of appropriate food standards, to plan, budget,shop and prepare affordable, nutritious meals that they can replicate in their own homes. The work in the Food service Unit is identical to the running of a Cafe which also assists Members to gain the skills they would need for future work or training prospects. As in all areas of the Clubhouse members are highly involved in the planning and running of the unit throughout the Work Order Day.Each day members work side by side with other members and support workers to prepare and cook morning tea and lunch daily for clubhouse staff and members. The lunch menu varies from sandwiches to cooked meals and is a great way to learn how to cook new dishes and to try different foods.
Who is the FSU for?
Any Member can work in the Food service Unit.Appropriate taining in regards to food and personal training is carried out by the Team Leaders or Support Workers before and during the work ordered day.
Types of food made in the Food service Unit include:
- Morning Tea
- Choc Chip Biscuits
- Jam Drops
- Custard Slice
- Fruit Salad
- Smoothies
- Lunch
- Vegetarian Lasagne
- Clubhouse Pizza
- Salad Wrapps
- Curries and Samosas
- International Festive Foods