Question

Maintaining kitchen hygiene is essential to protect ourselves from various diseases. In reference to this, suggest any two ways for each of the following:
1.(i) Personal hygiene of a chef
2.(ii) Hygiene during food storage in a fridge

Answer 1

1. (i) Personal Hygiene of a Chef:
1. Wash Hands Regularly: The chef should wash their hands with soap and water before preparing food, after handling raw ingredients, and after using the restroom.
2. Wear Clean Clothing and Apron: The chef should wear clean clothes and an apron to avoid contamination from clothes and hair.
2. (ii) Hygiene During Food Storage in a Fridge:
1. Store Food in Airtight Containers: Storing food in airtight containers helps prevent cross-contamination and keeps food fresh longer.
2. Maintain Proper Temperature: The fridge should be set at the correct temperature (around 4°C or 40°F) to slow down bacterial growth.