Plan should include
- nutritional concerns
- preparation time
- budget limitations
- available equipment
- list of goods to purchase
- number of people to be served
- portion size per person
- presentation
- event or purpose of the meal
- identification of the diners (may influence choices).
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What constitutes a meal?
- What factors must be considered when planning a meal?
- What elements should be included in presentation?
- What are possible nutrition concerns?
Communication
- What communication skills are necessary to carry out a meal plan?
- What considerations should influence planning a meal for various events and sizes of groups?
Leadership
- Why must the meal planner keep in mind the wants and needs of guests?
- What leadership skills are needed to divide the tasks and utilize the staff's skills?
Management
- Which resources might help meal planning?
- How should one delegate tasks?
- How do resources influence choices when planning a meal?
- How does budget affect food choice?