Cold Hard Facts
What is the maximum temperature at which refrigerated TCS food should be stored?
41°F or lower
What does FIFO stand for?
First-In, First-Out
Where should raw meat be stored in a refrigerator?
On the lowest shelf
What is the temperature danger zone?
41°F-135°F
What must be included on a label for food prepared in-house?
Name of the food and use-by date
TCS food should be stored at or below what temperature?
41°F or lower
Why is FIFO important in food storage?
It prevents food spoilage and waste by using older products first
Why should dry storage areas be kept between 50°F-70°F?
To prevent spoilage and pest growth
At what temperature should hot food be stored?
135°F or higher
What should you do if a food package is torn or leaking?
Reject it or discard it
True or False: It’s okay to overload a refrigerator as long as the door can close.
False – it prevents proper air circulation
A food container has two dates: one from when it was received and one from when it was prepped. Which date should be used for FIFO rotation?
The earliest date
True or False: Opened dry food bags should be left in their original packaging.
False – they should be stored in labeled, airtight containers
What is the maximum time that food can be left in the temperature danger zone before it must be thrown out?
4 hours
Why should food be stored at least 6 inches off the floor?
To prevent contamination and pest infestation
Where should a hanging thermometer be placed in a refrigerator?
In the warmest part – near the door or top
What is the maximum number of days ready-to-eat TCS food can be stored before being thrown out?
7 days if held at 41°F or lower
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What should you do if you see frozen food that has thawed and refrozen?
Throw it out – it may have been time-temperature abused
What happens if a food label is missing or unreadable?
The food should be discarded
What happens to food that has been held in the temperature danger zone (41°F-135°F) for more than four hours?
It must be thrown out
If you find an expired food item in storage, what should you do with it?
Throw it out immediately
Name two foods that should never be stored below raw poultry.
Seafood, Beef, Ground beef, vegetables, etc.
What is the proper way to cool hot food before placing it in cold storage?
Use an ice bath, blast chiller, or divide into smaller portions
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