TCS Foods
TCS food is food that requires time-temperature control to prevent the growth of microorganisms and the production of toxins. These foods contains moisture and protein and has a neutral or slightly acidic pH. Most bacteria need nutrients such as carbohydrates or...
Handwashing – When it is required
. .All food handlers working a a food prep area are required to wash their hands after using the restroom..and again immediately upon returning to any food production or food service area.Each time you wash your hands you must use the proper procedure. ...
What is Alcohol and how is it Absorbed by the body
and how is it Absorbed by the Body? Louisiana Illinois Pennsylvania New York Alcohol is a chemical substance and central nervous system (CNS) depressant drug. The type of alcohol contained in beer, wine and distilled spirits is ethanol. It contains...
California Food Handles and Alcohol Servers ATTENTION: Importance of Training
Food handler training and alcohol server seller certifications are extremely important. Establishment managers and owners should take note of why training servers is vital to the bottom line. If you are a server, you should be aware of the benefits of proper training....
When a Food Handler Should Wash their hands
When a Food Handler Should Wash their hands Food handlers should wash their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and...
How a Food Handler can prevent Cross Contamination
How a Food Handler can prevent Cross Contamination Cross contamination occurs when a food handler allows bacteria and viruses to be transferred from a contaminated surface to one that is not contaminated. The bacteria and viruses can come from people, work surfaces...
Safe Internal Cooking Temperatures for Food Handlers
. Safe Internal Cooking Temperatures All food handlers weather in a commercial kitchen or home kitchen should follow the list the minimum internal cooking temperature list below. 145°F for 15 seconds: Whole muscle cuts (beef, pork, fish), eggs for immediate service....
Pathways of Alcohol
Alcoholism is a chronic and often progressive disease that includes problems controlling your drinking, being preoccupied with alcohol, continuing to use alcohol even when it causes problems, having to drink more to get the same effect (physical dependence), or having...
Food Danger Zone (41 °F – 135 °F)
Leaving food out too long at room temperature can cause bacteria (such as Staphylococcus aureus,Salmonella Enteritidis,Escherichia coli O157:H7, and Campylobacter) to grow to dangerous levels that can cause illness. Bacteria grow most rapidly in the range of...
How to Become a Great Restaurant Manager
Restaurant managers have a huge role in training food handlers, alcohol servers, and kitchen staff. The restaurant manager is responsible in ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the dining experience. Not to mention managing direct staff responsible for the daily...