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Food and Beverage Operations Flashcards

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  1. Which allergen is NOT among the 'Big Nine' major food allergens recognized by the FDA under FASTER Act of 2021?

    Answer: Corn

    The Big Nine allergens are milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame — corn is not included.

  2. In wine service, what is the correct sequence for presenting a bottle to guests at the table?

    Answer: Show label, open, pour tasting sample for host, serve

    Proper wine service protocol requires showing the bottle label to the host for confirmation before opening, then offering a tasting sample to the host.

  3. A food and beverage manager wants to reduce labor costs without reducing service quality. The MOST effective approach is to:

    Answer: Schedule staff based on projected cover counts and historical data

    Using historical cover data and forecasting tools to create demand-driven schedules minimizes overtime and idle labor while maintaining service levels.

  4. The danger zone for food temperature refers to the range in which bacteria multiply most rapidly. This range is:

    Answer: 41°F–135°F (5°C–57°C)

    The USDA and FDA define the temperature danger zone as 41°F to 135°F (5°C to 57°C), where pathogens grow most rapidly.

  5. What is 'upselling' in a food and beverage context?

    Answer: Suggesting premium, add-on, or larger items to increase the guest's check average

    Upselling involves recommending higher-margin or premium options such as appetizers, better wine, or desserts to increase the average guest check.

  6. A server accidentally serves alcohol to a minor. Under dram shop liability laws, who may bear legal responsibility?

    Answer: The establishment and potentially the server

    Dram shop laws typically hold both the establishment and the server liable when alcohol is served to a minor or visibly intoxicated person who causes harm.

  7. Which purchasing method involves ordering small quantities frequently to maintain minimal on-hand inventory?

    Answer: Just-in-time purchasing

    Just-in-time (JIT) purchasing minimizes storage costs and waste by ordering small quantities delivered frequently, timed to match production needs.

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