Food safety
165°F (74°C)
What is the recommended minimum internal temperature for cooked chicken?
What should you do immediately if you spill oil on the floor?
Clean it up right away to prevent slipping
What is the difference between chopping, dicing, and mincing?
Chopping = rough, larger cuts; Dicing = uniform small cubes; Mincing = very fine pieces
What are the five essential parts of a standard recipe?
Title, ingredients list, instructions, cooking time/temperature, and yield
Acronym for Food, Acidity, Time, Temperature, Oxygen, Moisture
Why is it dangerous to use a wet towel to pick up a hot pan?
The moisture can cause steam burns
What are the three types of measuring tools used in cooking?
Dry measuring cups, liquid measuring cups, measuring spoons
Why is it important to read a recipe before starting?
To ensure all ingredients and tools are prepared and to avoid mistakes
Why should raw meat be stored on the bottom shelf of the fridge?
To prevent raw juices from dripping onto other foods and causing cross-contamination
What type of knife is the safest to use in the kitchen?
A sharp knife, because dull knives require more force and canÂ
A French term meaning everything in its place, referring to ingredient prep before cooking
What is the Mise en Place method in cooking?
The number of servings the recipe makes
What is the yield of a recipe?
What is the Danger Zone temperature range where bacteria grow rapidly?
40°F-140°F (4°C-60°C)
What should you do if a grease fire starts on the stove?
Smother it with a lid, use baking soda, or a fire extinguisher—never use water
Conduction, convection, and radiation
What are the three main types of heat transfer in cooking?
To ensure consistency in taste, portion size, and cost control
What is the purpose of standardized recipes in professional kitchens?
Why should you never thaw frozen meat on the counter?
Because bacteria can multiply quickly at room temperature
Why should electrical appliances never be used near water?
To avoid the risk of electrocution
Baking is used for dough-based foods, while roasting is used for meats and vegetables at higher temperatures
What is the difference between baking and roasting?
What is the purpose of ingredient order in a recipe?
Ingredients are typically listed in the order they are used in the instructions