ServSafe study guide 2023| questions with complete solutions

What temperature should the water be for manual dishwashing? Correct Answer: Must be at least 110 F What does the L stand for in the FDA'S ALERT tool? Correct Answer: Look What is the minimum internal cooking temp for chicken breasts? Correct Answer: 165°F for 15 seconds What factors influence the effectiveness of a chemical sanitizer? Correct Answer: Concentration,temperature,contact time, pH and water hardness. Ready to eat TCS foods prepped in house must be date marked if it is held for more than how many hours? Correct Answer: 24 Hours What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for a veal chop? Correct Answer: 135°F Why should food temperature be taken in 2 different locations? Correct Answer: Temperature may vary in the food How should staff make sure the chemical sanitizer being used on a food prep surface is at the correct strength? Correct Answer: Use a test kit to check the sanitizers concentration when mixing it When can a glass thermometers be used? Correct Answer: When enclosed in a shatter proof casing A tuna salad removed from the cooler at 9 am and put out for a buffet at 11 am. By what time must the tuna salad be served or thrown out? Correct Answer: 3 pm What practice should be used to prevent seafood toxins from causing foodborne illness? Correct Answer: Purchasing food from approved , reputable suppliers What should a server do after clearing a table? Correct Answer: Wash hands What must food handlers do when handling ready to eat food? Correct Answer: wear single use gloves What is the first step in developing a HACCP plan? Correct Answer: Conduct a hazard analysis