Food safety is a critical component of any food establishment. Proper training of employees on food handling, preparation, and storage is essential for ensuring the health and safety of customers. To ensure employees are adequately trained, it is important to have an understanding of the steps employees must complete when receiving food. This article will discuss the steps employees must take when receiving food, and the one step they should not complete.
Steps Employees Must Take When Receiving Food
- Ensure the delivery arrives with a temperature of 5°C or below
- Inspect the delivery for any external hazards (e.g. broken containers, foreign objects etc.)
- Verify the delivery against the purchase order
- Request a copy of the supplier documentation (e.g. temperature logs, batch codes etc.)
- Check the date of the delivery against the ‘use by’ date on the packaging
- Sign the delivery document to acknowledge receipt
The Step Employees Should Not Complete
Employees should not attempt to thaw or refreeze products upon arrival. Refreezing products can result in the potential growth of bacteria, which is a serious and dangerous issue for food safety. Upon receipt of the food, it should be immediately transferred to the appropriate storage areas. By following these steps, employees can help ensure the safety and quality of the food provided.
Conclusion
In conclusion, there are certain steps employees must complete when receiving foods in order to ensure the safety and quality of the product. These steps include ensuring the delivery has a temperature of 5°C or below, inspecting for external hazards, verifying the delivery against the purchase order, requesting a copy of the supplier documentation, checking the date of the delivery against the ‘use by’ date on the packaging, and signing the delivery document to acknowledge receipt. Employees should not attempt to thaw or refreeze products upon arrival, as this can result in the potential growth of bacteria. By following the steps outlined in this article, employees can help ensure the safety and quality of the food provided.
This article was written on May 22nd, 2023.