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“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.
Cracking the Egg Market: Innovation and Resilience Amid Rising Costs
Eggs have long been a staple in kitchens across the USA, providing versatility, nutrition, and flavor to countless dishes. However, recent trends indicate a sharp increase in egg prices, leaving many food service professionals facing a daunting challenge. While this surge in cost might seem like a setback, today’s culinary experts are turning adversity into an opportunity to innovate and thrive.
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A Revolution in Food Manager Certification: From Classroom Hurdles to On-Demand Online Excellence
Can I get my Food Manager Certification Online? Can I take the proctored food manager exam online? The answer to this and more is available here, in the latest SafeBites© post!
The journey to becoming a certified Food Protection Manager has come a long way over the years. Once marked by in-person classes, rigid scheduling, and lengthy approval processes, the process is now streamlined and accessible to food service professionals everywhere, thanks in part to innovations like online courses and exams. At the forefront of this transformation is My Food Service License, leading the way with a cutting-edge, no-scheduling-required approach.