Trinity Lindemann Week 3 Flashcards
Food Defense Program
should address the points in your operation where food is at risk
A.L.E.R.T
Assure, Look, Employees, Reports, Threat
Food Allergens
is a protein in a food or ingredient that some people are sensitive to
Symptoms of an allergic reaction
Nausea, wheezing or shortness of breath, hives, rashes, swelling of parts of the body, vomiting, diarrhea, itchy throat, Abdominal pain
Anaphylaxis
a severe allergic reaction that can lead to death-may result
Cross-contact
cooking different types of foods in the same fryer oil. Letting the food touch surfaces, equipment, or utensils that have touched allergens
Physical Contamination
happens with objects are left in food such as bones, metal shavings, dirt, bandages, etc.
Chemical Contamination
happens when food-service chemicals get into food or beverages
The big Eight
Milk, Eggs, Soy, Fish, Peanuts, Wheat, Shellfish, Tree nuts
Five things service staff must do to ensure safety when dealing with allergens
Describe dishes, Identify ingredients, Suggest Items, Identify the allergen special order, deliver food