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Navigating Food Safety Training: Food Handler vs. Certified Food Protection Manager
Whether you’re grabbing your first apron or steering a bustling kitchen, food safety training is your recipe for success. From basic hygiene to advanced management tactics, courses come in two main flavors: Food Handler and Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). Let’s break down what each entails—and who really needs to sign up.
Summer Festivals & Food Safety – Keeping the Sizzle in Your Sausage!
Summer is here, and so are the festivals—where the music is loud, the vibe is infectious, and the food vendors are dishing out everything from gourmet tacos to mysterious “fusion” creations that make you wonder if that’s art or dinner. While you’re busy dancing and indulging, it's important to remember that food safety is the unsung hero of every great festival. In this post, we dive into the crucial steps vendors take, the extra precautions required for a temporary setup, and how you can make smart choices while delighting your taste buds (with a few laughs along the way).
#FoodSafety #SummerFestivals #SafeEats #FoodService #FestivalFood #CleanEats #SafeBite #MyFoodServiceLicense #FoodSafetyFirst #FestivalSeason
“Mom Said It’s Fine!” – Why Those Old-School Safety Habits Might Be Riskier Than You Think
Remember those days when you’d watch your parents just chill with a raw chicken on the countertop, or let a delicious slice of pizza linger on the table overnight? If your childhood kitchen habits sound familiar, you're not alone. In this edition of SafeBites, we’re here to tell you: just because “Mom said it’s fine” doesn’t mean it actually is!
#FoodSafety #KitchenMistakes #ModernCooking #SafeBites #MyFoodServiceLicense #FoodProtection
Inside the Kitchen: Navigating the Labyrinth of Restaurant Health Inspections
Restaurant health inspections can feel like an ever-present specter for culinary operators. While passing these inspections isn't impossible, it does require rigorous attention to detail, constant training, and an unwavering commitment to food safety. Let’s explore just how challenging these inspections can be, what inspectors typically look for, the frequency of visits, and whether they’re announced or unannounced.
#FoodSafety #HealthInspections #RestaurantCompliance #MyFoodServiceLicense #SafeBites #KitchenSafety
Cutting Board Safety: The Essential Guide to Preventing Cross-Contamination
Cutting boards are silent heroes in our kitchens, but when misused, they can quickly become a source of potentially dangerous cross-contamination. In this post, we’re here to break down everything you need to know about cutting board safety, from best practices and cleaning methods to the debate over wood versus plastic. Let’s slice right into what you need to know.
