Product Standards

A good product standard should....

Be achievable, clearly describes the desired result, reflects the objectives and capabilities of the foodservice and included all the essential characteristics/attributes that indicate quality for the specific product.

What are some examples of Standards?

NZQA, SPCA, Health Tick, ISO

What needs to be measured when determining quality for product standard?

Visual appearance Flavour/taste Texture Colour Temperature

What is a standard?

Object, quality or measure serving as basis, example or principle to which others conform or should conform or by which others are judged. A standard is a document that provides requires, specifications, guidelines or characteristics that can be used consistently to ensure that materials, products, processes and services are fit for their purpose.

Five Steps to Developing a Product Standard

Step One: Establish a descriptive standard for the product Step Two: Develop measurable attributes to achieve the descriptive standard Step Three: Develop 'criteria' by which the attributes will be measured Step Four: Evaluation of final product. Compare the final product with the criteria to determine if the standard has been meet Step Five: Investigate and correct discrepancies. This allows for revision to improve the product in the future.

What is the purpose of a Product Standard?

To define what expected in a food product, establish a basis of comparison in measuring the quality of food products.