ServSafe Manager Exam

True or False: Cockroaches like to live in bright cold areas?

• True

• False

• They prefer dark and warm areas

• They thrive in bright and warm areas

What is the correct way to wash hands?

• Wash with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.

• Rinse hands with cold water only.

• Use hand sanitizer without washing hands.

• Wash hands with soap for 5 seconds.

What is the minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry?

• 150°F (65°C)

• 165°F (74°C)

• 180°F (82°C)

• 145°F (63°C)

What is the danger zone for food temperatures?

• 32°F (0°C) to 120°F (49°C)

• 41°F (5°C) to 135°F (57°C)

• 50°F (10°C) to 140°F (60°C)

• 35°F (2°C) to 130°F (54°C)

What is the role of a food safety manager?

• To oversee food safety practices and ensure compliance with regulations.

• To prepare meals for customers in a restaurant.

• To manage the financial aspects of a food business.

• To design marketing strategies for food products.

Food held at 41°F (5°C) or lower before being removed from refrigeration can be held without temperature control for up to how many hours?

• 2 hours

• 4 hours

• 6 hours

• 8 hours

What is the safe temperature range for holding hot food?

• 120°F (49°C) or higher.

• 135°F (57°C) or higher.

• 150°F (65°C) or higher.

• 160°F (71°C) or higher.

What is the primary purpose of a food safety management system?

• To enhance food flavor.

• To prevent foodborne illness.

• To increase food production.

• To reduce food costs.

What is cross-contamination?

• The transfer of harmful bacteria from one food or surface to another.

• A method of cooking food at high temperatures.

• The process of cleaning surfaces to remove dirt.

• A technique for preserving food for longer shelf life.

What is the purpose of a food thermometer?

• To ensure food is cooked to a safe internal temperature.

• To measure the weight of food items.

• To determine the freshness of ingredients.

• To enhance the flavor of cooked dishes.