Paper Code: 8/2015

Date of Test: 13th January 2015

Conducted by: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)

Post: Cook

Department: Scheduled Caste Development Department (SCDD) / Tourism

Category: Kerala PSC Previous Year Question Papers

 Overview

The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) conducted the Cook Recruitment Examination on 13th January 2015 under the Scheduled Caste Development Department (SCDD) and the Tourism Department. The exam, marked with Paper Code 8/2015, was held to recruit qualified candidates for the position of Cook, a key role in the day-to-day operations of hostels, guesthouses, and tourism facilities managed by the government.

This exam tested the candidate’s knowledge in basic cooking techniques, food safety, general knowledge, and everyday problem-solving skills—essential qualities for performing efficiently in a government kitchen or institutional cooking environment.

 About the Post: Cook – SCDD/Tourism

The role of a Cook in departments like SCDD and Tourism involves:

• Preparing nutritious and hygienic meals for hostels, institutions, and guesthouses

• Managing kitchen operations, including ingredient sourcing, food prep, and waste control

• Ensuring cleanliness and safety in the cooking area

• Following dietary regulations and health standards

The post is crucial in providing support to government-run accommodations and educational hostels, especially for students and tourists.

 Exam Pattern

• Type of Exam: Objective (OMR-based Multiple Choice Questions)

• Total Number of Questions: 100

• Total Marks: 100

• Exam Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer

Syllabus & Topics Covered

The paper was designed to assess both practical and theoretical knowledge required for the role of a Cook. Key topics included:

 Basic Cooking Skills

• Knowledge of South Indian and Kerala traditional dishes

• Cooking methods: boiling, frying, steaming, baking

• Use of spices and condiments

• Nutritional aspects of food

 Kitchen Management & Hygiene

• Food storage practices

• Safe use of kitchen tools and appliances

• Personal hygiene and food sanitation standards

• Waste management and cleaning procedures

  General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala culture, tourism spots, and festivals

• Indian geography, polity, and general science

• Government welfare schemes related to food and nutrition

 Simple Arithmetic & Mental Ability

• Basic mathematical calculations used in cooking (e.g., measurements, conversions)

• Logical reasoning and pattern recognition

• Time and quantity estimations

  English & Malayalam Language

• Common kitchen-related vocabulary

• Sentence formation, grammar, and comprehension

• Instructions and menu reading

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