Wendys Training Practice Test

How would the temperature of a shipment of cottage cheese be taken when it arrives at an operation?

1. Insert air probe into the cooler

2. Place the thermometer stem into an opened container

3. Touch the container to feel its temperature

4. Use an infrared thermometer

The correct answer is: Place the thermometer stem into an opened container

The most appropriate way to check the temperature of cottage cheese upon arrival is by placing the thermometer stem into an opened container. This method allows for direct contact with the food product, ensuring an accurate reading of the temperature inside the cottage cheese. Since dairy products need to be kept at specific temperature ranges to prevent spoilage, this method provides the best indication of whether the product is within safe limits for food safety. Using the thermometer in this manner also takes into consideration that the integrity and uniform temperature of the cottage cheese itself can be affected by the environment and packaging, making this method reliable for determining if it needs to be rejected or can be accepted into the operation. Other methods such as inserting an air probe into the cooler or using an infrared thermometer could provide misleading readings, as they do not necessarily reflect the actual temperature of the food product itself. Touching the container to feel its temperature is not a reliable method, as it cannot accurately determine the internal temperature of the cottage cheese.