Safety

The top foods that can make you sick are raw meat; poultry; eggs; milk; dairy products; fish; yeast; coconut, sauces, salad dressing, cake mixes, cream-filled desserts, cocoa, chocolate, raw ground beef, lettuce, game meat, raw milk, ice cream, raw vegetables. Wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds with warm water, soap and a fresh paper […]

SAFETY always takes priority. You should never feel that any task is unsafe. Make sure you have a fully stocked first aid kit in the Kitchen. Know where the First aid kit is located. Be sure to know what are the medical procedures in your camp. Here is a list that sets forth the minimal

Wear sturdy and closed footwear that is slip-resistant. Ask for help when moving or carrying a heavy pot. If something spills out – no matter who did it – if you see it, put the CAUTION sign out then mop it immediately! Do not run in the food service area! If you can’t reach something,

The most typical source of burning: Hot oil/grease (deep fryer is the No.1 source of burn injuries) Hot surfaces (steamers, stoves, etc) Hot liquids (cooking water, steam, hot beverages, etc) How to prevent burns? When working with an oven – always assume that everything is hot. When placing items in and out of the oven,

Three general rules about kitchen knives Always keep the blade sharp. A dull blade can slip and cause you to cut yourself. Use a cutting board. Clean your knives by hand, don’t put knives in a dishwasher. Basic knives include A chefs knife for chopping and dicing. A pairing knife for small tasks like peeling,