How often should food temperatures be checked during holding to allow time for corrective action?

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A: Every 2 hours. Per ServSafe Chapter 8, food temperatures should be checked every 2 hours during holding. Checking every 2 hours gives staff enough time to take corrective action — such as reheating or discarding the food — before the 4-hour maximum time limit in the temperature danger zone is reached.

How often should food temperatures be checked during holding to allow time for corrective action?

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