Episode 16: Food Safety Basics: Getting Handling and Storage Right

18/04/2025 3 min Episodio 16
Episode 16: Food Safety Basics: Getting Handling and Storage Right

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Smoke Break - Episode 16: Food Safety Basics: Getting Handling and Storage RightEpisode Duration: 8 minutesJoin host Mike Hernandez as he breaks down essential food safety practices that protect your customers and business. Learn how to implement proper handling and storage procedures that form the foundation of your store's food safety system.Episode OverviewMaster critical food safety fundamentals:Handwashing protocolsGlove usage proceduresStorage organization principlesProduct rotation systemsDelivery inspection techniquesHandwashing ImplementationLearn to establish:Proper handwashing procedures20-second washing standardsClear signage requirementsCompliance monitoringStaff training techniquesGlove Usage ProtocolsDevelop approaches for:Appropriate glove changingCross-contamination preventionTask-specific glove requirementsStaff compliance monitoringProper disposal proceduresStorage OrganizationMaster techniques for:"Raw below ready-to-eat" implementationShelf organization strategiesCooler management systemsFreezer arrangementContamination preventionInventory RotationCreate systems for:First In, First Out (FIFO) implementationDate labeling protocolsShift rotation responsibilitiesExpiration monitoringStaff accountabilityStore Manager Action ItemThis week's food safety task:Conduct comprehensive storage auditVerify proper product placementCheck date labeling complianceEnsure FIFO implementationAddress any identified issuesResources MentionedVisit cstorethrive.com for additional food safety resourcesNext Episode PreviewComing up: Temperature control and cross-contamination prevention strategies."Smoke Break" delivers weekly insights for convenience store managers in bite-sized, actionable episodes under 10 minutes.