The Journey of Food | Storage & Refrigeration

What is the correct order for storing food upon delivery?

• Frozen, chilled, dry, non-food items

• Chilled, frozen, dry, non-food items

• Dry, canned, chilled, non-food items

• Non-food items, chilled, frozen, dry

Why is FIFO important in food storage?

• To make storage easier

• To use older stock first and reduce waste

• To keep the newest stock in front

• To only store non-perishable items

What must be included on labels for retail food products?

• Color and texture of the food

• Price and weight only

• Name, ingredients, allergens, and company details

• Cooking instructions only

What is the maximum number of days a ready-to-eat TCS food can be stored?

• 10 days

• 5 days

• 3 days

• 7 days

What is the minimum height that food must be stored off the floor?

• 3 inches

• 6 inches

• 12 inches

• No specific height

Why should hot food not be placed in a cooler?

• It makes the cooler smell

• It will freeze immediately

• It may lead to condensation and cross-contamination

• It can cause the cooler to overheat

How should raw foods be placed in a cooler in relation to ready-to-eat foods?

• In a separate cooler only

• Below ready-to-eat foods

• Beside ready-to-eat foods

• Above ready-to-eat foods

What should be done if frozen food needs to be re-wrapped?

• Label it clearly, including the date it was frozen

• Freeze it without any label

• Label it with the original packaging date

• Use aluminum foil only for wrapping