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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Food Safety Tech

JUNE 14, 2024

To begin to understand the importance of food safety auditing, it is essential to know what a food safety standard comprises in terms of auditing. Food Safety standards contain requirements for food production, from sourcing ingredients and materials to production processes to packing and distribution.

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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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Food Safety Tech

JULY 13, 2024

Understanding Food Defense Food defense refers to the protection of food products from intentional contamination or adulteration by biological, chemical, physical, or radiological agents. As technology becomes more sophisticated, so do the methods employed by those who seek to manipulate or sabotage our food supply.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Implementing a culture of food waste reduction not only helps save money on waste disposal but also positions your restaurant as a responsible and eco-friendly establishment. By following correct food storage practices, restaurants can significantly minimize waste reduction and food spoiling.

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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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