ServSafe Food Handler Practice Test 2

The second free ServSafe practice test contains 20 multiple choice questions. It help you understand the exam format and types of questions asked in the ServSafe test. You’ll see your score at the end of this test. Analyze the incorrect answers and put more effort to excel that.

1. Cleaned and sanitized small wares and equipment must be stored:

 
 
 
 

2. A food handler has been sent home after reporting a sore throat and a fever. When can the food handler return to work preparing and handling food?

 
 
 
 

3. A prep cook stores a carton of raw eggs on a shelf above ready-to-eat salad greens in the refrigerator. What is the risk of this action?

 
 
 
 

4. How should a food handler measure the internal temperature of a hot casserole?

 
 
 
 

5. A container of sour cream is labeled with an expiration date that is two days away. What should you do?

 
 
 
 

6. A foodservice operator receives complaints from several customers about symptoms of foodborne illness after eating. What is the first step the operator should take to respond appropriately?

 
 
 
 

7. During a food safety training session, the instructor explains the characteristics of different pathogens. Which statement correctly describes a virus?

 
 
 
 

8. A delivery of vacuum-packed fish arrives at your restaurant with the packaging partially opened. What should you do?

 
 
 
 

9. A Sous Chef is not allowed to wear any jewelry except:

 
 
 
 

10. When should temperatures be taken when receiving deliveries?

 
 
 
 

11. A food handler spills sanitizer solution on a prep counter where vegetables are being chopped. What should they do next?

 
 
 
 

12. Which of these actions requires a food handler to change gloves immediately?

 
 
 
 

13. A food handler is preparing sandwiches in a busy kitchen. The manager notices the food handler is wearing nail polish and false fingernails. What is the primary reason the manager should address this issue?

 
 
 
 

14. A food handler notices raw chicken juice has dripped onto a cutting board used for slicing vegetables. What should the food handler do next?

 
 
 
 

15. A staff member is seen drinking a beverage while standing near a food prep table in the kitchen. Where should the staff member go to consume food or drinks to follow proper food safety guidelines?

 
 
 
 

16. A food handler is prepping a fruit salad and notices a small cut on their finger. What should they do?

 
 
 
 

17. A food handler is working in a kitchen during a busy shift. Which of the following actions would NOT be considered part of proper hygiene?

 
 
 
 

18. A shipment of shellfish arrives without shellstock identification tags. What should the operation do?

 
 
 
 

19. A food handler is reheating soup for service. To meet food safety standards, the soup must be reheated to what minimum internal temperature?

 
 
 
 

20. Which of the following is considered the upper end of the temperature danger zone?

 
 
 
 

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