FoodHandler

MARCH 14, 2025

In the face of increasing food prices and an ever-increasing demand for foodservice operations to reduce the amount of food wasted, foodservice operators are increasingly looking to implement and develop programs to help stem the amount of food wasted in their businesses.

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FoodHandler

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The holiday season is a time of increased activity and demand in foodservice operations, from catering large events to preparing meals for many holiday parties.

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Probe It Food Safety

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Flour weevils, commonly known as flour bugs, are unwelcome guests that can infiltrate your pantry and contaminate your food supplies. These pests are notorious for their ability to spread rapidly, contaminating food supplies and becoming a significant problem if not addressed promptly. How Do They End Up in Your Flour?

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FoodHandler

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Thawing food and cooling food are two challenges we face daily in foodservice operations. Regardless of the type of facility you operate, you are bound to be thawing food at some point in the day. When I started my first job in the foodservice industry at the ripe age of 14 many years ago, [.]

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FoodHandler

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Earlier in the month, I talked a bit about safely thawing food and, in my discussion, I mentioned that thawing and cooling were both problematic practices in the industry that can lead to a foodborne illness outbreak if not done properly. So, I thought I might talk briefly about cooling food. I know we [.]

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