Arriving to Work
Your shift starts at 6:00 am, What time should you be at your work station?
Arrive 5-10 min before your shift to make sure your ready to work at 6.
It is okay to text message that you will be out for the day.
False: If you miss work for any reason you must speak directly with your supervisor no later than 1 hour or before your scheduled start time or before 7:00a.m., (which ever is earliest) to provide a reason for the absence, as well as, report any pertinent symptoms and information. Also you shall indicate a time/day you expect to return to work, and immediately update your supervisor if plans change.
What is the 3 step process when cleaning a food prep area?
Wash, rinse, sanitize
What does Offer vs Serve Mean?
Gives the students the opportunity to decline some food that is offered in a reimbursable meal.
Do you need to come to work in a clean uniform daily?
Yes! This includes your apron. Clothing should be washed or changed into clean not previously worn items daily.
When calling out, what is the minimum amount of time before a shift you need to contact your supervisor?
1 hours
How long should you keep your refrigeration temperature records for?
3 months
What is the acronym for the proper rotation of stock?
F I F O: First In First Out
What 2 things should be done before starting your shift?
1st put on your hairnet, apron and then wash your hands.
When I am going to be late to work it is okay as long as I let any of the staff there know.
False: Anytime you are tardy you must speak directly with your supervisor. Provide notice as early as possible, as well as, a reason for the tardiness. Also indicate the time you are expected to return to work. (Remember and know the adjusted 6 minuet- rule, 7 minuet+) This will be reflected for that day on your time card.
Its is okay to use hand sanitizer in place of washing your hands to serve someone you know really quick.
False: You should always wash your hands for 20 seconds.
It is true I am able to use hand sanitizer in place of washing my hands now due to the pandemic.
False: Washing your hands is the best option. You may use hand sanitizer after you have washed your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds.
How long should you be washing your hands?
20 seconds from start to finish.
Just calling sick is okay.
No, currently you still have to go to the SPPS website an fill out the wellness form if you are sick.
What are the 8 key allergens?
Milk, Fish, Shellfish, Peanuts, Treenuts, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
Do you have to take a milk for a reimbursable meal?
No. Milk is optional.
What is the correct work attire when working in the kitchen?
Close toe no slip shoes, chef coats, pants, shorts that are knee length. No sweatpants, denim or leggings.
As long as I have sick time, I am able to be out of work without question.
False: Medical verification with a doctors signature is required for any 3 or more consecutive working days of being out due to being ill or injury.
Food becomes unsafe when these 2 things are not controlled properly?
Time and Temperature
If I splash sanitizer and wipe off the cutting board I just used to make pbnj sandwiches on it is okay.
False. To kill an allergen you need to wash, rinse and sanitize the cutting board, knife and all areas you prepared in to prevent cross contamination. You also should be aware that you are changing your gloves and if your apron could have possibly became contaminated.