ServSafe Food Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

ServSafe Food Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified Which foods should never be left in the temperature danger zone for more than four hours? Cooked rice, pasta, meat, poultry, seafood, and dairy products. What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for seafood? 145°F (63°C) for 15 seconds. Which food items require separate cutting boards to prevent cross-contamination? Raw meat, poultry, seafood, and ready-to-eat vegetables or fruits. Which foods are common sources of foodborne Salmonella? Undercooked eggs, poultry, raw milk, and contaminated produce. Which foods can carry E. coli O157:H7? Ground beef, raw milk, leafy greens, and sprouts. 2 Which type of food is most susceptible to Bacillus cereus contamination? Cooked rice, pasta, and starchy foods left at unsafe temperatures. Which foods are considered TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods? Foods like dairy, meat, poultry, seafood, cooked rice, and cut fruits. What is the proper way to thaw frozen meat safely? In the refrigerator, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Which fruits are most prone to contamination if not washed properly? Leafy greens, berries, melons, and sprouts. Which foods are high-risk for Listeria contamination? Deli meats, hot dogs, soft cheeses, and smoked seafood. What is the best way to store raw poultry in a refrigerator? Below ready-to-eat foods in sealed containers to prevent dripping. 3 Which foods are associated with Clostridium perfringens outbreaks? Large portions of cooked meat, poultry, and gravies left at unsafe temperatures. Which foods are considered ready-to-eat and require careful handling? Deli meats, sandwiches, cut fruits, salads, and garnishes. Which foods can cause foodborne illness if raw or undercooked? Meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, and unpasteurized dairy. Which foods are at risk for Norovirus contamination? Ready-to-eat foods handled by infected employees, salads, and sandwiches. Which foods are associated with Vibrio infections? Raw or undercooked shellfish, especially oysters. Which foods require proper labeling with expiration dates in storage? All TCS foods, dairy, meat, seafood, and prepared salads. 4 Which foods should be stored in the coldest part of the refrigerator? Raw meat, poultry, seafood, and dairy. Which foods require a minimum internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety? Poultry, leftovers, and reheated TCS foods.