Competencies, Knowledge, and Skill Statements for District School ...

COMPETENCY 10.2DETERMINES EQUIPMENT NEEDS AND SPECIFICATIONS CONSISTENTWITH PROGRAM NEEDS AND BUDGET.Entry-Level Knowledge StatementsKnows methods for selecting equipment based on functional needs of production, energyconservation, cost efficiency, and availability of support.Knows fundamentals for writing equipment specifications.Entry-Level Skill StatementsEnsures that equipment selection and specifications are appropriate for facility needs.Researches with foodservice consultant (if applicable) available equipment to developspecifications that reflect features best suited to operational needs.Utilizes manufacturers, local representatives, and dealers to answer questions and provide costinformation on available equipment.Beyond Entry-Level Knowledge StatementsKnows the utility availability and demands of the equipment of the facilities.Knows factors that influence the selection of custom-built or standard stock equipment.Knows local, state, and federal bid requirements for purchasing equipment.Beyond Entry-Level Skill StatementsCreates plan for short- and long-range equipment needs for each facility considering thefollowing factors: menu, service, energy conservation, utility availability, and availability ofsupport.63NATIONAL FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE