Knife Types & Uses
What is the most commonly used kitchen knife for chopping and slicing?
What is a Chef's knife
True or False: You should catch a falling knife to prevent it from hitting the floor.
False – Let it fall and step back.
The sharper the knife, the more dangerous it is.
False – A dull knife is more dangerous because it requires more force and is more likely to slip.
What is the most common injury when using a knife?
What is a cut on the fingers.
How often should you sharpen your knives?
What is every few months, depending on use.
Which knife is best for slicing bread without crushing it?
What is a serrated knife (or bread knife)
What is the safest way to carry a knife in the kitchen?
Hold it by the handle with the blade pointed downward at your side.
True or False: All knives should be washed in the dishwasher.
False – Dishwashers can damage knife edges and handles over time.
What is the first thing you should do if you cut yourself while using a knife?
What is apply pressure with a clean cloth to stop the bleeding
True or False: A sharp knife is more dangerous than a dull knife.
False – A dull knife requires more force and increases the risk of slipping.
What small knife is used for peeling and precision cutting?
What is a pairng knife
What should you always place under a cutting board to prevent slipping?
What is a damp towel or non-slip mat.
The best way to test if a knife is sharp is by running your finger along the blade.
False – This is dangerous! Instead, use the paper test (cutting through a sheet of paper) to check sharpness.
What type of kitchen gloves can be worn to help prevent knife injuries?
What is a cut resistant glove
What is the best way to store knives to prevent damage?
What is a knife block, on a magnetic strip, or in a protective sheath.
What knife is used to break down large cuts of meat?
What is a butcher knife (or boning knife)
Where should you NEVER leave a knife after using it?
In the sink or under soapy water where it is hard to see.
Do wooden cutting boards dull knives faster than plastic ones?
No – Wooden cutting boards are actually gentler on knife edges compared to hard plastic or glass.
If a knife falls and lands on your foot, what should you check for first?
What is if it punctured the skin and assess for serious injury.
What surface should you avoid cutting on to protect your knife’s edge? (total of 3)
What is Glass, metal, or stone
What is the purpose of the granton edge (dimples) on some knives?
What is to reduce friction and prevent food from sticking to the blade.
When should you wash a knife: immediately after using it, or at the end of cooking?
What is immediately after using it to prevent accidents.
Is it okay to use a knife to open packages or cut other non-food items?
No – Using a kitchen knife for non-food tasks can dull the blade and damage the knife.
What is the safest way to dispose of a broken or damaged knife?
What is wrap it in thick cardboard, tape it up and label it before disposing of it properly.
What is the correct way to clean a knife?
What is hand wash with warm, soapy water and dry immediately.