WorksheetsNOCTI Pre test
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the correct temperature range for the danger zone?
0°F–32°F
32°F–70°F
41°F–135°F
135°F–165°F
Which knife cut results in pieces that are 1/4 in. × 1/4 in. × 2–3 in.?
Brunoise
Batonnet
Julienne
Chiffonade
What is the first step a cook should take when receiving a delivery?
Store frozen foods
Sign the invoice
Put items directly into dry storage
Check temperatures and condition of products
What is the purpose of blanching vegetables?
Fully cook them
Sweat out moisture
Partially cook and preserve color
Shock them to remove flavor
Which moist-heat cooking method uses water heated to 160°F–180°F?
Boiling
Steaming
Poaching
Grilling
What should a food worker do immediately after sneezing?
Wipe hands on an apron
Put on gloves
Continue working if no food was touched
Wash hands thoroughly
What is the correct internal cooking temperature for poultry?
135°F
145°F
155°F
165°F
The primary purpose of mise en place is to:
Clean the kitchen
Prepare ingredients and equipment before cooking
Serve food to customers
Store leftovers properly
What is the main purpose of mise en place in cooking?
Reduce labor
Ensure all ingredients and equipment are ready before cooking
Reduce food cost
Improve sanitation only
Which stock is made by roasting bones before simmering?
White stock
Vegetable stock
Court bouillon
Brown stock
What type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a grease fire?
Class A
Class B
Class K
Class D
A standardized recipe ensures:
Faster service
No food waste
Consistent quality and portion control
Exact cooking time
Which grain must be rinsed thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch?
Barley
Oats
Rice
Bulgur
When using a chef’s knife, which part of the hand should grip the blade?
Fingertips
Thumb and index finger
Palm
Knuckles
What is the best method to thaw frozen meat safely?
On the counter overnight
In warm water
At room temperature with a fan
In a refrigerator at 41°F or below
Which sauce is a mother sauce?
Brown sugar glaze
Alfredo
Hollandaise
Pesto
Which tool is used to level dry ingredients when measuring?
Rubber scraper
Straight edge or back of a knife
Fork
Portion scoop
Cross-contamination occurs when:
Cook time is too short
Bacteria transfer from one surface to another
Ingredients are not measured correctly
Food is stored by cooking method
When preparing a large quantity of soup for cooling, which method is correct?
Leave it on the counter until cool
Refrigerate immediately in one large container
Stir occasionally until cool
Divide into shallow pans and ice-bath before refrigeration
Which of the following is NOT a mother sauce?
Mayonnaise
Velouté
Béchamel
Espagnole
