Episode 18 - Keeping It Clean: Facility Maintenance & Sanitation
Smoke Break - Episode 18: Keeping It Clean: Facility Maintenance & Sanitation
Episode Duration: 8 minutes
Join host Mike Hernandez as he breaks down essential sanitation practices that go beyond surface cleaning to ensure true food safety. Learn how to implement comprehensive cleaning systems that will impress health inspectors and protect your customers.
Episode Overview
Master critical sanitation areas:
- Three-step sanitation process
- Equipment cleaning protocols
- Cleaning tool management
- Drain maintenance procedures
- Waste handling systems
Three-Step Sanitation Process
Learn to implement:
- Proper cleaning methods
- Thorough rinsing techniques
- Effective sanitizing procedures
- Solution concentration verification
- Test strip utilization
Equipment Maintenance
Develop protocols for:
- Hot dog roller sanitation
- Coffee machine deep cleaning
- Soda fountain maintenance
- Ice cream machine sanitation
- Daily equipment checks
Cleaning Tool Management
Master approaches for:
- Proper tool storage
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Supply separation systems
- Replacement schedules
- Proper tool sanitation
Facility Problem Areas
Create systems for:
- Floor drain maintenance
- Moisture control procedures
- Dumpster area management
- Indoor waste handling
- High-risk area identification
Store Manager Action Item
This week's sanitation implementation task:
- Create comprehensive cleaning schedule
- Include daily, weekly, monthly tasks
- Specify appropriate cleaning products
- Implement team training
- Begin immediate execution
Resources Mentioned
- Visit cstorethrive.com for additional sanitation resources
Next Episode Preview
Coming up: Food safety documentation and record keeping strategies.
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