Servsafe Questions and Answers |
Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct &
Verified
What should be done if food is found to have mold?
✔✔Discard the food unless it is a safe-to-eat mold-ripened product.
What is the correct maximum receiving temperature for cold TCS food?
✔✔41°F (5°C) or lower.
What is the maximum receiving temperature for shell eggs?
✔✔45°F (7°C) or lower.
What is the first thing a food handler should do before putting on gloves?
✔✔Wash and dry hands properly.
What should food handlers do to minimize time in the temperature danger zone?
✔✔Prepare food in small batches.
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,What is the correct minimum cooking temperature for plant foods that will be hot-held for
service?
✔✔135°F (57°C).
What is the correct shelf life for ready-to-eat TCS food prepared on site and stored at 41°F?
✔✔7 days maximum.
What is the first thing to check when receiving a delivery of fresh fish?
✔✔That it is delivered at 41°F (5°C) or lower.
What should a food handler do if a customer states they have a food allergy?
✔✔Identify ingredients and ensure no cross-contact.
What is the best method for checking the doneness of cooked meat?
✔✔Use a calibrated food thermometer.
What should a food handler do after using the restroom?
✔✔Wash hands before returning to work.
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, What is the safest way to thaw frozen chicken?
✔✔In the refrigerator at 41°F (5°C) or lower.
What should a manager do if food has been in the temperature danger zone for more than 4
hours?
✔✔Discard the food immediately.
What is the correct minimum cooking temperature for roast beef?
✔✔145°F (63°C) for 4 minutes.
What should be done if food handlers wear nail polish?
✔✔Wear gloves when handling food.
What is the purpose of sanitizing after cleaning?
✔✔To reduce pathogens to safe levels.`
What is the correct way to store single-use items?
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Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct &
Verified
What should be done if food is found to have mold?
✔✔Discard the food unless it is a safe-to-eat mold-ripened product.
What is the correct maximum receiving temperature for cold TCS food?
✔✔41°F (5°C) or lower.
What is the maximum receiving temperature for shell eggs?
✔✔45°F (7°C) or lower.
What is the first thing a food handler should do before putting on gloves?
✔✔Wash and dry hands properly.
What should food handlers do to minimize time in the temperature danger zone?
✔✔Prepare food in small batches.
1
,What is the correct minimum cooking temperature for plant foods that will be hot-held for
service?
✔✔135°F (57°C).
What is the correct shelf life for ready-to-eat TCS food prepared on site and stored at 41°F?
✔✔7 days maximum.
What is the first thing to check when receiving a delivery of fresh fish?
✔✔That it is delivered at 41°F (5°C) or lower.
What should a food handler do if a customer states they have a food allergy?
✔✔Identify ingredients and ensure no cross-contact.
What is the best method for checking the doneness of cooked meat?
✔✔Use a calibrated food thermometer.
What should a food handler do after using the restroom?
✔✔Wash hands before returning to work.
2
, What is the safest way to thaw frozen chicken?
✔✔In the refrigerator at 41°F (5°C) or lower.
What should a manager do if food has been in the temperature danger zone for more than 4
hours?
✔✔Discard the food immediately.
What is the correct minimum cooking temperature for roast beef?
✔✔145°F (63°C) for 4 minutes.
What should be done if food handlers wear nail polish?
✔✔Wear gloves when handling food.
What is the purpose of sanitizing after cleaning?
✔✔To reduce pathogens to safe levels.`
What is the correct way to store single-use items?
3
