Free Hot Holding Temperature Log Template
Hot Holding Temperature Log
The Hot Holding Temperature Log is a vital tool utilized in food establishments to ensure the safe storage and service of hot food items. By meticulously recording temperature data at regular intervals, this log facilitates adherence to food safety regulations and guarantees the quality of the food being served to customers.
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Date: [DATE]
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Date |
Time |
Food Item |
Temperature (°F/°C) |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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May 22, 2050 |
10:00 AM |
Soup |
165°F / 73.9°C |
Adjusted heat settings on the hot holding equipment. |
|
May 22, 2050 |
10:30 AM |
Gravy |
170°F / 76.7°C |
|
|
May 22, 2050 |
11:00 AM |
Roast Chicken |
175°F / 79.4°C |
|
|
May 22, 2050 |
11:30 AM |
Steamed Vegetables |
160°F / 71.1°C |
Added boiling water to the steam table to maintain temperature. |
|
May 22, 2050 |
12:00 PM |
Pasta |
165°F / 73.9°C |
Reheated pasta in the microwave before returning to hot holding |
|
May 22, 2050 |
12:30 PM |
Rice |
170°F / 76.7°C |
|
|
May 22, 2050 |
1:00 PM |
Beef Stew |
175°F / 79.4°C |
Stirred stew and checked for even heat distribution. |
|
May 22, 2050 |
1:30 PM |
Mashed Potatoes |
160°F / 71.1°C |
Rotated trays in a hot holding cabinet for even heating. |
Notes:
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A concise tracking of food item temperatures over a given period.
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Regularly update all fields of the log for accurate record keeping.
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Ensure all food items are stored at the correct temperature to prevent spoilage.
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Temperature, once logged, can help identify trends that might predict potential safety issues.
