Definition:- A "kitchen instruction" is a series of guidelines, instructions, or processes given to a chef to help them prepare and cooking food in a kitchen.These instructions are typically designed to ensure that the ingredients are used correctly and combined in the right proportions, techniques are followed accurately, and the desired outcome—a delicious and properly cooked dish—is achieved. Recipes, cooking manuals, tutorials, and video demonstrations are just a few examples of the many ways in which kitchen instructions can be used to impart culinary information, advance skill development, and facilitate the successful preparation of meals.

Purpose: - The purpose of kitchen instructions is to provide clear and detailed guidance for individuals who are preparing and cooking food in a kitchen setting. Step-by-step instructions are provided in kitchen manuals on how to prepare, mix, and cook items to make a particular recipe. Even if a cook is not familiar with the dish or the technique, they enable them to move confidently through the cooking process. Cooking lessons aid people in honing their skills, especially novices. Cooks can learn new methods, approaches, and techniques by following directions.

Benefits:- Kitchen instructions, often found in recipes, play a crucial role in guiding individuals through the process of preparing and cooking various dishes. Instructions provide a clear and consistent framework for cooking. They outline the steps in a logical order, making it easier for individuals to follow along and understand the cooking process. Instructions help streamline the cooking process by providing a roadmap. Cooks can anticipate the steps ahead, gather the necessary ingredients and equipment, and execute tasks efficiently. Instructions allow individuals to explore a wide range of cuisines and dishes they might not be familiar with. By providing step-by-step guidance, they empower people to experiment with new flavors and cooking techniques. For beginners, kitchen instructions are invaluable for learning cooking techniques, terminology, and methods. Over time, as individuals become more comfortable with cooking, they can start improvising and adapting recipes to their preferences.

Prerequisites:- Creating effective kitchen instructions requires careful consideration of several prerequisites to ensure that the instructions are clear, accurate, and user-friendly.

• Test the recipe thoroughly before writing the instructions. This ensures that the recipe works as intended and helps you identify potential pitfalls or ambiguities that need to be addressed in the instructions.

• Create a detailed list of ingredients and the equipment needed for the recipe. Ensure that the quantities are accurate and that the equipment list covers all necessary tools.

• Organize the instructions in a logical sequence. Start with the preparation steps, followed by the cooking process, and conclude with the finishing touches.

• Divide the process into clear, concise steps. Each step should focus on a specific action or task, making it easier for the reader to follow along.

Real-time Scenario:- Suppose a business owner is making a Chicken Chowmein so he will provide clear kitchen instructions for making a classic chicken chowmein. Like Ingredients List, Equipment, Cooking notes, and step-by-step instructions.

Steps need to be followed:-

Step 1: Go to Master -- > Menu -- > Item and Click on the Add Item Option.

Step 2: The Add item screen has sections for Item detail, Pricing, Taxes, and Item modifiers

• The Item detail section contains fields like Name, Category, Color, Item image, Tax Type & Kitchen Instruction

• In the Name field, enter the item name

• In the Category field, select a category of the item (or) create a new Category following the link

• In the Tax type filed, select the tax type as GST (or) VAT

• In the Color field, select a color for the item (or) upload the relevant image to the item by selecting the Upload image option available in the right corner.

• In the Kitchen instruction, field it helps to capture the default kitchen instruction for a particular item in the KOT print.

Note:- Also can update the Kitchen instructions through migration for items

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