Fast Food Cook how-to

How to Prevent Cross-Contamination

Clean habits stop illness.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Clean habits stop illness. In short: wash; use; keep, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Wash hands often.

  2. Use separate boards.

  3. Keep raw meat low.

  4. Change gloves.

  5. Sanitize surfaces.

  6. Label food.

Safety reminders for fast food cooks

  • Prevent burns
  • Follow food safety
  • Prevent slips
  • Handle knives safely

Food handler card · FIFO · Temperature danger zone · Cross-contamination · Sanitizer · Hold time: see the full fast food cook glossary.

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