Food Preparation Keep foods sepa

Overview

Food used at special events must be from an approved source

Handle food items separately, don’t cross-contaminate

nCook foods to the proper temperature

nKeep hot foods “Hot” and cold foods “Cold”

nProperly store and refrigerate foods promptly

Disinfect surfaces/utensils and wash hands often

Obtain EH&S permit for Temporary Food Service Events

Food Safety Publication: Cooking for Groups…

http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/Cooking_for_Groups_index/index.asp

Other resources: http://www.foodsafety.gov/

Other resources: http://www.foodsafety.gov/