TasTAFE
8 hours
Learn to process game meat and create products like sausages and smoked meats in this practical course. Ideal for recreational hunters and food enthusiasts wanting to develop professional meat processing skills with proper food safety and hygiene practices.
While not required, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. Upon enrolment, TasTAFE supplies students with a Microsoft Office license. You should be prepared with standard items such as pens, notebook, and paper. Specific equipment, tools, or personal protective equipment may be required; your teacher will provide details.
The course covers practical game meat processing skills including selecting and preparing game carcasses for cooking, understanding food safety principles, choosing appropriate knives and basic processing equipment, and operating this equipment safely. You will gain hands-on experience in a commercial kitchen environment, learning how to apply professional practices to home kitchen settings. The curriculum emphasizes safe and hygienic handling and storage of game meat, as well as proper cleaning procedures for food preparation areas and equipment. Students will produce a basic range of products including sausages, hamburgers, and smoked meats.
TasTAFE is Tasmania's leading vocational education and training provider with extensive industry connections and practical expertise. The course is delivered by experienced instructors in professional kitchen facilities, ensuring students learn current industry standards and best practices. TasTAFE offers flexible delivery options (evening or day classes) to accommodate different schedules, and provides comprehensive student support services to help you succeed.
Upon completion, you will have the skills to process game meat professionally, opening opportunities in the thriving Tasmanian game harvesting industry. You can pursue careers in commercial meat processing facilities, specialty food production, or establish your own home-based game meat processing business. The skills are also valuable for recreational hunters wanting to process their own game to professional standards.
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