Food Safety and Fry Preparation Quiz

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What is the first step in setting the load size for French fries?

Press the green LOAD SIZE button repeatedly until the light illuminates. (correct)

Check the volume of fries that have already been loaded.

Wait for a manager to assist you with the load size.

Select the highest load size available without any checks.

When can you change the load size for French fries?

Only when changing between low and high load sizes.

During low volume periods without restrictions.

At any time regardless of the light status.

When the LOAD READY light is on. (correct)

What should you do with unused fries?

Leave them on the counter for later use.

Return them to the freezer by folding the tops of opened bags over. (correct)

Discard them in the trash bin immediately.

Use them in the next batch without restrictions.

What is the default load size for French fries?

1 pound Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a Covid19 safety measure mentioned?

Limit interaction to immediate family only. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you feel symptoms of Covid19?

Inform your manager and isolate yourself. Signup and view all the answers

How often should you wash your hands while working?

Every half an hour or as needed. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with cooked fries left in baskets?

Discard them. Signup and view all the answers

How often should hands be rewashed when preparing food?

At least once every half an hour Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to turn on the food preparation lanes?

Press and momentarily hold the green LANE ON/OFF button Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before dispensing salt for fries?

Turn the Accushaker upside down once until it stops Signup and view all the answers

How should French fries be mixed with salt?

By using the fry scoop to gently mix Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with expired products?

Discard them promptly Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum holding time for cooked French fries?

7 minutes Signup and view all the answers

How should fries be prepared if a guest orders them without salt?

Cook as usual and move cooked fries to one side of the dump tray Signup and view all the answers

What method should be followed for managing product storage in the kitchen?

First in, first out (FIFO) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done immediately after removing the fries from the oil?

Salt immediately and mix Signup and view all the answers

How should the fry scoop be positioned when tilting to fill the bag?

Approximately 8 inches above the fries Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper way to drain the oil from the basket after lifting it from the vat?

Shake gently over the vat for 5 to 10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

Which rows should be filled with small fries when using the fry ribbon?

Row 2 and 3 Signup and view all the answers

During high volume periods, how should the fry ribbon be filled if it is to the right of the dump tray?

Fill front to back and right to left Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when filling the fry scoop with fries?

Force fries into the bag Signup and view all the answers

What must be done with fries once they are placed in the dump tray?

Keep them in the dump trays until ordered Signup and view all the answers

When should the second basket be dropped into the oil?

After the first basket has been filled Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the process of cooking fries?

Place fries into dump tray Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum recommended wait time before dropping another basket into the same vat?

30 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the timer beeps while cooking hash browns?

Remove and drain the basket over the vat Signup and view all the answers

How long should hash browns be drained after removal from the vat?

5 to 10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial to remember when adding oil to the vat?

Pour oil slowly on the lip of the fryer Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with remaining oil in the basket after cooking?

Hang the basket over the vat to drain Signup and view all the answers

What personal hygiene practice should be followed when working at the station?

Wash hands for 20 seconds and dry them Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a customer expectation for hash browns?

Hot and crisp outside, golden brown Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when the 30-second timer beeps for baskets 3 and 4?

Lift and shake them 3 to 4 times over the vat before returning them. Signup and view all the answers

How long should you drain baskets 1 and 2 after removing them from the oil?

For about 5 to 10 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

After pulling baskets 3 and 4, what is the next step regarding the fries?

Place fries into the dump tray and then salt and mix. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action to perform with baskets 5 and 6 when the timer beeps?

Lift and shake them before returning them to the oil. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for storing fries after the cooking process is complete?

They should be bagged or boxed according to order size. Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to the wire guard when finishing loading hash browns?

Flip it down over the hash browns. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence when preparing fries in baskets 1 and 2?

Remove, drain, then place fries in dump tray. Signup and view all the answers

How many orders of fries should be prepared for boxing in total?

2 orders of large, 2 orders of medium, and 3 orders of small. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action to maintain oil quality in a fryer?

Remove particles from the oil using the fryer skimmer every 30 minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What might happen if the oil level falls below the oil fill line?

The product may cook improperly. Signup and view all the answers

Which practice is related to the FIFO method?

First stock in must be the first stock out. Signup and view all the answers

How should a fryer vat area be kept clean?

Wipe down using clean, sanitizer-soaked towels. Signup and view all the answers

What consequence arises from leaving loose crumbs and fries in the oil?

The oil will require more frequent changes. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Covid-19 Safety Measures

Always wear a facemask.
Practice good hygiene, washing hands every 30 minutes.
Avoid crowds and maintain social distancing.
Avoid touching your face.
Report any Covid-19 symptoms immediately.
Isolate yourself if symptomatic.
Don't share prayer mats.
Use hand sanitizer frequently.
Wear gloves and hairnets.

French Fries Production

Set Load Size: Adjust using the LOAD SIZE button until the light illuminates the selected size (low, medium, or high). Low size is used during low volume.
Return Unused Fries: Fold bag tops over and return bags to freezer. Empty bags go in the trash.
Place Baskets: Fill the dispenser's upper guide with empty baskets.
Customer Expectations: Fries should be hot, fresh, salted, mealy, and have a baked potato appearance.

Frozen Fry Dispenser Operation

Open Bag: Carefully open the bag, handle fragile fries. Only remove the needed amount of fries.
Check Hoppers: Ensure hoppers are empty. Throw away any remaining fries in the hoppers.
Fill Hopper: Place the bag of fries inside the hopper (5 to 6 bags fit).
Turn On Lanes: Press and briefly hold the green LANE ON/OFF button until lights illuminate.

Cooking French Fries and Hash Browns

Customer Expectations: Hot, fresh, salted, mealy fries with baked potato appearance.
Check Station: Ensure adequate fry bags, boxes and salt are available. Oil is hot, avoid splash. Ensure vats are filled to the line, add oil carefully by pouring on lip.
Product Selector: Wait for "FR FRIES" before dropping the basket.
Clean Hands: Wash hands thoroughly (40-60 seconds) multiple times an hour, practice personal hygiene.
Basket Placement and Timing: Follow proper order and intervals between basket placement in the fryer.
Basket Removal and Shake: After specified time in oil, shake the basket to prevent sticking before removing. Drain any excess oil.
Place Baskets/Remove and Drain Follow the order shown in the diagrams, when the timer beeps, lift the basket, gently shake it 3-4 times, return it to the vat, and then either set them aside or place in the dispenser. Add salt immediately and mix well with a scoop.

Bagging French Fries

Use the restaurant's Fry production chart or the Fry Monitor to determine the number of fry bags or boxes needed for each size.
Pick up scoop and box: Get the fry scoop and the fry bags.
Open the box: Open boxes by pushing on the bottom and holding sides,
Insert Scoop: Insert the scoop into the box or bag.

Low-Volume, Medium-Volume, and High-Volume Fry Production

Low-Volume: Used when the restaurant is not busy.
Medium-Volume: Used when the restaurant is moderately busy.
High-Volume: Used when the restaurant is busy.

Hash Browns Preparation

Remove and Drain: Remove basket when timer beeps, drain for 5-10 seconds, slide hash browns into the wire rack tray.
Bagging Hash Browns: Bag hash browns as needed following FIFO (first-in, first-out).

Station Maintenance

Fryer Safety: Explain the safety procedures used when working with the fryer, wear appropriate PPE (filtering gloves, apron, face shield during oil cleaning)
Oil Maintenance: Demonstrate how to skim oil and top off the vat when needed, following directions to prevent burns.
Check Stock Levels: Properly lift and carry stock, keep dry stock organized, check the levels of oil, salt, fry bags, and boxes, and ensure hash brown bags and tongs are available.
Fry Station Cleaning: Clean the fry station thoroughly, maintain the cleanliness of the station, wipe off any oil spills immediately, maintaining cleanliness, especially the floor and visible surfaces.

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Test your knowledge on the proper techniques for preparing French fries while maintaining food safety standards. This quiz covers everything from load sizes to Covid-19 precautions, ensuring you're well-informed in the kitchen. Perfect for aspiring chefs and food service workers!