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Food Safety

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Define or provide an example of Mise en place

a)

Preparation of dishes and ingredients prior to service putting in place

b)

Everything is in its place

c)

Cutting Ingredients prior to service

d)

All of the above

2.

What is the purpose of mise en place?

a)

To ensure the customer is waiting the maximum time before receiving their order

b)

To ensure the customer receives the order quickly.

c)

To ensure the kitchen is cleaned at the end of the day

3.

Which of the following is appropriate clothing and footwear needed to be worn in the Hospitality Kitchen? You may select multiple options

a)

Open shoes and apron

b)

Chef Jacket and hat

c)

Enclosed shoes and jewellery

d)

Enclosed shoes and apron

4.

Why is it important we are wearing protective uniform in the kitchen? You may select multiple options.

a)

Avoid slips, trips and falls

b)

Support Knees, hips and back

c)

Reduce the risk of foot injuries (burns, dropping items)

d)

To ensure you feel comfortable

5.

What is the procedure we need to follow when removing items from the oven?

a)

Use a wet cloth when handling food from the oven

b)

Lift heavy trays on your own

c)

Use oven mitts when handling all food and food containers in ovens

d)

Twist and bend when lifting items from the oven

6.

Explain the procedure that you would need to follow in the event of burning your hand on a hot dish

a)

Run cold water over the burn for 5 minutes

b)

Place an ice-pack on the burn

c)

Cover the burn with a damp cloth

d)

Run cold water over the burn for 20 minutes

7.

Explain the procedure that you would need to follow in the event of a fire on the stove

a)

Use an oven mitt to clap on the lid, then move the pan off the burner, and turn off the stove. The lack of oxygen will stop the flames in a pot

b)

Use water to put out the fire

c)

Use a t-towel and fan the fire

8.

List the steps you need to follow when lifting a large box and placing it onto the bench.

a)

Place legs even distance apart and create a stable base. Bend knee keep your back in a natural upright position, lean forward

a little over the load.

b)

Bend from the waist and lift the load

c)

Keep your head down when lifting the load and move in opposite direction twisting your back

9.

Why is it important to have safe posture when cooking? You may select multiple options.

a)

Reduce the risk of eye injuries

b)

Reduce the risk of stomach pain

c)

Reduce risk of shoulder and back injuries and

d)

Reduce the risk of workplace incidents when moving around the kitchen

10.

Which of the following is NOT a safe knife technique?

a)

Hold by the handle Secure chopping board

b)

Walk with the knife down by your side

c)

Move quickly when walking with a knife

d)

Secure the chopping board

11.

Which of the following is NOT a hygienic way to work in the kitchen

a)

Ensure you are wearing the correct uniform even if it is dirty

b)

Hair tied back

c)

Wash your hands

d)

No Jewellery

12.

Explain practices used to minimise the risk of cross contamination

a)

Use different coloured chopping boards

b)

Store raw foods and cooked foods separately

c)

Defrost meat in the fridge on the bottom shelf and ensure it is covered

d)

All of the above

13.

What temperature is the danger zone?

a)

Above 75 C and below -5 C

b)

Above 60 C and below 5 C

c)

Above 100 C and below 5 C

d)

Above 60 and below - 5 C

14.

What is the SAFEST way to thaw/defrost food?

a)

In the fridge the day before

b)

On the bench at room temperature

c)

In the microwave

d)

In hot water in a sink

15.

Explain the best place to store frozen chicken

a)

Fridge

b)

Freezer

c)

Pantry - Dry stock

d)

In a freezer bag in the freezer

16.

Explain the best place to store cupcakes - not iced

a)

Fridge in sealed containers

b)

Room temperature in sealed containers

c)

Freezer in sealed containers

d)

On the bench

17.

Explain the best place to store marinated steak

a)

Room temperature in sealed container

b)

Fridge in covered with glad wrap

c)

In the freezer

d)

Dry store in the pantry

18.

Explain the best place to store lettuce

a)

Place in vegetable draw.

b)

Keep in plastic bag or container in the fridge.

c)

Room temperature in the pantry

d)

In the freezer

19.

Explain the best place to store ground herbs

a)

In the freezer

b)

In the fridge

c)

Dry storage

d)

Air tight container in the cupboard

20.

Which of the following best describes the precision cut julienne. You may choose more than one answer

a)

Match stick cut

b)

3mm 3mm 40mm

c)

Fine dice

d)

8mm cube

21.

Which of the following best describes the precision cut jardiniere. You may choose more than one answer

a)

4mm x 4mm x 20mm

b)

Fine dice

c)

Baton

d)

Fine shred 3mm

22.

Which of the following best describes the precision cut Brunoise. You may choose more than one answer

a)

3mm x 3mm fine cube

b)

Baton

c)

Match stick

d)

Fine dice

23.

Which of the following best describes the precision cut Chiffonade.

a)

3mm x 3mm fine dice

b)

3mm fine shred

c)

Baton

d)

8mm cube

24.

Which of the following best describes the precision cut Paysanne.

a)

8mm x 8mm dice

b)

Fine dice

c)

3mm shredded cut

d)

Various shapes 3mm thick

25.

Which of the following best describes the precision cut Macedoine.

a)

8mm x 8mm cube

b)

3mm thick various shapes

c)

3mm x 3mm x 40mm

d)

Fine dice 3mm x 3mm