Facility Name:
Department:
Policy No:
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Tasting Method
Policy: All restaurant employees will use the correct and sanitary tasting method to prevent
contamination and ensure food safety.
Procedure: All restaurant employees must:
Use a Two Spoon Tasting Method:
1. Remove a sample of a product from the container with one spoon.
2. Transfer the product sample onto a second spoon, away from the original food container or
preparation area.
3. Sample the product by tasting.
4. Never re-use used spoons. Use clean and sanitary spoons each tasting. Always use two
spoons to ensure sanitary practices are being followed and the product is not contaminated.
The restaurant manager will:
1. Observe the food tasting practices of employees.
2. Follow up as necessary.
Policy last revised on: ______________
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