ServSafe Study Guide Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
Which microorganism is commonly linked to improperly canned foods?
✔✔ Clostridium botulinum.
Which virus is highly contagious and often spreads through food handled by infected
employees?
✔✔ Norovirus.
How should raw chicken be stored in a refrigerator with other foods?
✔✔ Below ready-to-eat foods to prevent dripping and cross-contamination.
Which practice helps prevent allergen cross-contact?
✔✔ Use separate utensils and equipment, and clean surfaces thoroughly.
What is the proper way to cool hot food quickly?
✔✔ Divide into smaller portions, place in shallow containers, and refrigerate immediately.
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,Which chemical hazard can contaminate food?
✔✔ Cleaning agents, pesticides, or improperly stored chemicals.
What is the proper way to store chemicals in a kitchen?
✔✔ Separately from food, in labeled containers, and in designated areas.
What is the proper way to wash hands in a foodservice environment?
✔✔ Wet hands with warm water, apply soap, scrub for at least 20 seconds, rinse, and dry with a
single-use towel.
Which temperature range is considered the danger zone for bacterial growth in food?
✔✔ 41°F to 135°F (5°C to 57°C).
What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry to ensure safety?
✔✔ 165°F (74°C).
How long can perishable food safely remain at room temperature?
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, ✔✔ No more than 2 hours, or 1 hour if the temperature is above 90°F (32°C).
What is cross-contamination?
✔✔ The transfer of harmful microorganisms from one food or surface to another.
Which foods are considered TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods?
✔✔ Meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, cooked rice, and cut fruits and vegetables.
What is the minimum internal temperature for ground beef?
✔✔ 155°F (68°C) for 15 seconds.
How should leftovers be stored to ensure safety?
✔✔ Cool quickly, store in shallow containers, and label with the date.
What is the proper temperature for holding hot food?
✔✔ 135°F (57°C) or higher.
What is the correct temperature for holding cold food?
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
Which microorganism is commonly linked to improperly canned foods?
✔✔ Clostridium botulinum.
Which virus is highly contagious and often spreads through food handled by infected
employees?
✔✔ Norovirus.
How should raw chicken be stored in a refrigerator with other foods?
✔✔ Below ready-to-eat foods to prevent dripping and cross-contamination.
Which practice helps prevent allergen cross-contact?
✔✔ Use separate utensils and equipment, and clean surfaces thoroughly.
What is the proper way to cool hot food quickly?
✔✔ Divide into smaller portions, place in shallow containers, and refrigerate immediately.
1
,Which chemical hazard can contaminate food?
✔✔ Cleaning agents, pesticides, or improperly stored chemicals.
What is the proper way to store chemicals in a kitchen?
✔✔ Separately from food, in labeled containers, and in designated areas.
What is the proper way to wash hands in a foodservice environment?
✔✔ Wet hands with warm water, apply soap, scrub for at least 20 seconds, rinse, and dry with a
single-use towel.
Which temperature range is considered the danger zone for bacterial growth in food?
✔✔ 41°F to 135°F (5°C to 57°C).
What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry to ensure safety?
✔✔ 165°F (74°C).
How long can perishable food safely remain at room temperature?
2
, ✔✔ No more than 2 hours, or 1 hour if the temperature is above 90°F (32°C).
What is cross-contamination?
✔✔ The transfer of harmful microorganisms from one food or surface to another.
Which foods are considered TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods?
✔✔ Meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, cooked rice, and cut fruits and vegetables.
What is the minimum internal temperature for ground beef?
✔✔ 155°F (68°C) for 15 seconds.
How should leftovers be stored to ensure safety?
✔✔ Cool quickly, store in shallow containers, and label with the date.
What is the proper temperature for holding hot food?
✔✔ 135°F (57°C) or higher.
What is the correct temperature for holding cold food?
3
