Food Batchmaker how-to

How to Weigh Ingredients for a Batch

Accurate weighing makes consistent food.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Accurate weighing makes consistent food. In short: check; tare; weigh, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Check the formula.

  2. Tare the scale.

  3. Weigh each ingredient.

  4. Check off each item.

  5. Double-check critical items.

  6. Record lot numbers.

Safety reminders for food batchmakers

  • Lift safely
  • Guard mixers
  • Follow lockout/tagout
  • Prevent allergen cross-contact

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