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Centralized purchasing is normally used in independent operations.
False
Establishing standard for receiving includes ensuring the quantity delivered matches the order forms.
True
The main advantage of centralized purchasing is having the freedom to choose from local specials.
False
Receiving control aims to verify that the quality of food delivered meets the establishment's purchase specifications.
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Establishing a standard for receiving involves ensuring that the prices on the invoice are higher than those on the order form.
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Non-Perishable items usually have many suppliers to choose from with varying prices and quality.
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It is important to establish quality standards before determining the required perishable and non-perishable food items.
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Standard purchase specifications are usually based on federal grading or international grading systems.
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Quantity standards for purchasing are not subject to regular review and revision.
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Daily inventory of perishable items helps in avoiding wastage.
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Centralized purchasing eliminates the need for detailed verbal descriptions during the purchasing process.
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Standard purchase specifications are not useful in facilitating the checking of food upon receipt.
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Perishable food items should be purchased for immediate use only because they deteriorate quickly.
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Non-perishable food items, like groceries or staples, deteriorate quickly after being received.
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Developing standards for food purchasing includes establishing control over the quantity of food purchased.
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Establishing standards for food purchasing focuses solely on the quality of the food purchased.
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Centralized purchasing involves delegating the responsibility of purchasing to multiple individuals within the foodservice operation.
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Requiring standards and standard procedures, training employees, monitoring output, and taking remedial action are steps in food purchasing control.
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