Holding Food Temperatures
What is the correct temperature for holding cold TCS food?
41°F or below
What tool must be used to check a food’s internal temperature?
A thermometer
What must be used when handling ready-to-eat food?
Single-use gloves or utensils
What protects food on display from contamination?
Sneeze guards
What is the correct temperature for holding hot TCS food?
135°F or higher
What should NEVER be relied on to check food temperature?
The temperature gauge of a holding unit
How often must serving utensils be cleaned and sanitized?
Every 4 hours
How high above the counter must a sneeze guard be?
14 inches
How often must food temperatures be checked during holding?
At least every 4 hours
What must never be used to reheat food?
Hot-holding equipment
Where should serving utensil handles be stored?
Above the rim of the container
How far beyond the food must a sneeze guard extend?
7 inches
How often should food be checked if corrective action may be needed?
Every 2 hours
How must TCS food be dispensed from vending machines?
Original containers
What is the minimum temperature for water used to store scoops?
135°F
What ice should never be used as an ingredient?
Ice used to keep food cold