This document provides the standard operating procedure for cleaning kitchen equipment at an F&B department. It outlines that all cooks are responsible for maintaining clean and sanitized work areas and equipment to protect guests from germs. The procedures specify that all utensils and equipment must be cleaned and sanitized immediately after use, large equipment requires contacting stewarding, and cleaning must occur before any further food production. Proper cleaning involves turning off equipment, allowing it to cool, using approved detergents, wearing protective gear, and following hygiene guidelines.
This document provides the standard operating procedure for cleaning kitchen equipment at an F&B department. It outlines that all cooks are responsible for maintaining clean and sanitized work areas and equipment to protect guests from germs. The procedures specify that all utensils and equipment must be cleaned and sanitized immediately after use, large equipment requires contacting stewarding, and cleaning must occur before any further food production. Proper cleaning involves turning off equipment, allowing it to cool, using approved detergents, wearing protective gear, and following hygiene guidelines.
This document provides the standard operating procedure for cleaning kitchen equipment at an F&B department. It outlines that all cooks are responsible for maintaining clean and sanitized work areas and equipment to protect guests from germs. The procedures specify that all utensils and equipment must be cleaned and sanitized immediately after use, large equipment requires contacting stewarding, and cleaning must occur before any further food production. Proper cleaning involves turning off equipment, allowing it to cool, using approved detergents, wearing protective gear, and following hygiene guidelines.
Angelo Faoro Veronique Sirault Executive Chef General Manager
Standard:
Every cook must be responsible for
Maintaining a clean and sanitized work area and equipment Protecting the guests from harmful germs and bacteria by maintaining a clean safe and germ free The following are general procedures, with added steps for each specific item.
Procedures for Cleaning of Equipment
You must at all times
1. Clean and sanitize all utensils and mechanical kitchen equipment IMMEDIATELY after they have been used. 2. Immediately inform / contact stewarding for cleaning large equipment 3. Not proceed with any food production until the equipment and work areas are clean to the standard de - manded 4. Turn off and unplug equipment before cleaning 5. Wait for hot equipment to cool down before attempting to clean them, this avoids accidents and prevents the chemicals and detergents from being “cooked onto the parts” eg. Deep fryers, ovens 6. Only use detergents and chemical that are approved by the Chief Steward and follow the procedures and precautions for their care and use 7. Use protective gear /clothing (Gloves, eye protection, aprons etc) if necessary while cleaning. 8. Wipe all surfaces with a clean cloth and follow the Hygiene guidelines on Cleaning and Sanitization of areas 9. Leave equipment unplugged and dissembled when not in use Be aware that it is the duty and responsibility of every cook for maintaining a clean and sanitized work area and for protecting the guests from harmful germs and bacteria