Refrigeration
What are two ways you could cool down hot products before putting them into a refrigerator/freezer? (multiple answer options)
Blast chiller, ice water bath, cooling paddle, stirring while cooling,separating into smaller portions
Name 2 ice machine brands we sell.
Avantco Ice, Scotsman, Follett, Manitowoc, Hoshizaki,Ice-O-Matic
Who will typically evaluate a restaurant to verify that everything meets local code requirements?
Inspector
What piece of equipment is both a refrigerator/freezer and an equipment stand?
Chef base
Name 2 types or styles of ice.
Nugget, Full Cube/Half Cube, Flake, Crescent, or Dice
What form of contamination occurs when a microorganism such as bacteria and viruses contaminates the food?
Biological
The two main types of cooling systems are forced air and cold wall. How does forced air cool a cabinet?
It pushes cold air through vents within the cabinet.
There are two methods to cool the condenser in an ice machine - water-cooled or air-cooled.
Which type is by far the most popular option we sell?
Air-cooled
The main types of food that are susceptible to foodborne illness are TCS and ready-to-eat foods. What does TCS stand for?
Time/Temp Control for Safety
How many degrees Fahrenheit is a normal temperature fluctuation in a refrigerator?
Between 5 and 7 degrees Fahrenheit
Name one way that flake ice is traditionally used. (other than cooling a drink)
Buffets, fish markets, healthcare facilities, transporting meat and produce
For self-service stations (buffets), how often should staff be checking the temperature of the food to confirm it is being held properly?
Every 4 hours at least
What does the evaporator coil do in a refrigerator?
It removes the heat from the cabinet.
What part do you need to install a small ice machine head on a wider ice bin?
Bin adaptor
What does HACCP stand for?
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point