ServSafe Purchasing, Receiving and Storage Test 2

Question 1

Which receiving practice best ensures FIFO (First In, First Out) stock rotation?

Accepted Answer

Place new stock behind existing stock so older items are used first

Answer

FIFO requires placing newly received items behind existing stock. This ensures older product with earlier expiration or use-by dates is used first, reducing waste and the risk of serving expired or degraded food.

Question 2

At what maximum temperature should shell eggs be received?

Accepted Answer

45°F (7°C)

Answer

Shell eggs must be received at an air temperature of 45°F (7°C) or colder. Unlike many other TCS (Temperature Control for Safety) foods that must be received at 41°F, shell eggs have a slightly higher acceptable receiving temperature per FDA Food Code.

Question 3

Which of the following items should be rejected upon delivery?

Accepted Answer

Sliced deli meat with dried, discolored edges and an off odor

Answer

Dried, discolored edges and an off odor on deli meat are signs of spoilage and quality deterioration. Even if the product is within its use-by date, sensory indicators of spoilage are sufficient grounds for rejection during receiving.

Question 4

How should chemicals and cleaning supplies be stored relative to food and food supplies?

Accepted Answer

In a completely separate, designated storage area away from food

Answer

Chemicals must be stored in a completely separate area from food, utensils, and equipment. Even closed containers of chemicals can leak or spill, and storing them near food creates a serious risk of chemical contamination.

Question 5

What information must be on the label of a ready-to-eat TCS food prepared on-site and held for more than 24 hours?

Accepted Answer

The date by which the food must be consumed, sold, or discarded

Answer

Ready-to-eat TCS food held for more than 24 hours must be labeled with a use-by date. This date is calculated based on the 7-day maximum holding time at 41°F or lower, starting from the day the food was prepared.

ServSafe Food Safety Test Prep Practice Test

ServSafe Food Safety Test Prep Practice Test

ServSafe Purchasing, Receiving and Storage Test 2