CA 111 - Restaurant Sanitation and Safety Description If you are serious about a career in the culinary world, Restaurant Sanitation and Safety is your first essential step. In this course, you will learn how to prevent foodborne illnesses, master safe food handling, and understand the Michigan Food Law—all critical for running a safe and successful kitchen. You will also prepare for the National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification exam, which is required to move forward in the program.
Industry Recognized Credential Note:
If you hold a ServSafe Food Manager Certification or Trust 20 Food Protection Manager Certification, please promptly send your certificate to the Secchia Institute for Culinary Education at culinary@grcc.edu.
To receive credit for CA 111, the industry-recognized credential must be officially recorded on your transcript before your first day of class. Plan to ensure this is completed in time. Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None English Prerequisite(s): None Math Prerequisite(s): None Course Corequisite(s): None Academic Program Prerequisite: None Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1 Programs Where This Course is a Requirement: Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate, Culinary Arts, A.A.A.S., Culinary Arts Certificate, Personal Chef Certificate, Pre-Hospitality Management (Specialized Management), A.A. (Ferris State University) Other Courses Where This Course is a Prerequisite: CA114; CA204; CA205; CA224; CA233; CA244; Other Courses Where this Course is a Corequisite: CA104; CA105; CA115; CA124; Other Courses Where This course is included in within the Description: None General Education Requirement: None General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO): NA Course Learning Outcomes:
- Trace the growth and development of the hospitality and tourism industry from its birth to its present day. Include names of restaurateurs, chefs, and hospitality entrepreneurs that helped to shape our industry in the past and present day [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 1 - Intro to Food Service (2)].
- Evaluate the types of professional career opportunities in the hospitality and foodservice industry with support of guest speakers, field trips and stages [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 1 - Intro to Food Service (6)].
- Discuss and evaluate industry trade periodicals, books, and journals that can contribute to individual growth and learning as they pertain to technical skills [demonstrated through Demonstration and Coaching]. [ACFEF Section 1 - Intro to Food Service (8)].
- Identify microorganisms, which are related to food spoilage and food-borne illnesses; describe their requirements and methods for growth [demonstrated through Group Work/Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (1)].
- Demonstrate acceptable procedures when preparing potentially hazardous foods to include time/temperature principles [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (2)].
- Demonstrate good personal hygiene and health habits in a laboratory setting to include hand washing [demonstrated through Demonstration and Coaching]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (3)].
- Outline the requirements for proper receiving and storage of both raw and prepared foods [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (4)].
- Identify the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) during all food handling processes as a method for minimizing the risk of food- borne illness [demonstrated through Worksheets]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (5)].
- List the major reasons for and recognize signs of food spoilage and contamination [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (6)].
- Recognize sanitary and safety design and construction features of food production equipment and facilities. (i.e., NSF, UL, OSHA ADA, etc.) [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (7)].
- Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and explain their requirements in handling hazardous materials. Discuss right-to-know laws [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (8)].
- Identify proper methods of waste disposal and recycling [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (9)].
- Demonstrate appropriate emergency policies for kitchen and dining room injuries [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (10)].
- Describe appropriate measures for insects, rodents and pest control eradication [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (11)].
- Describe appropriate types and use of fire extinguishers used in the foodservice area [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (12)].
- Review and apply the laws and rules of the regulatory agencies governing sanitation and safety in a foodservice operation [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 2 - Sanitation and Safety (13)].
- Perform basic math functions to include fractions, weights and measurements [demonstrated through Worksheets]. [ACFEF Section 3 - Business and Math Skills (1a)].
- Identify tools, small and large equipment used in a professional kitchen and demonstrate proper handling of these items to include safety, sanitation, and storage [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 4 - Food Preparation (1)].
- Utilize safety and sanitation practices when preparing, cooking and serving all food items in the professional kitchen [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 4 - Food Preparation (12)].
- Demonstrate the proper process in cooling, storing, labeling and dating, and reheating food utilizing the proper sanitary procedures when working with all food items [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 4 - Food Preparation (13)].
- Demonstrate how to maximize food freshness, quality, safety and sanitation when serving hot foods and cold foods [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 4 - Food Preparation (15)].
- Explain the design principles and layout of a modern buffet, incorporating sanitation and off-premise catering challenges when feeding quantity foods [demonstrated through Group Work]. [ACFEF Section 5 - Garde Manger (3)].
- Identify tools, small and large equipment used in a commercial bakeshop and demonstrate proper handling of these items to include safety, sanitation, and storage [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 7 - Basic Baking (2)].
- Utilize safety and sanitation practices when preparing, baking and serving all food items in the professional bakeshop [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 7 - Basic Baking (11)].
- Discuss the flow of goods in a foodservice operation and the role of ordering, receiving and issuing [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (1)].
- Identify dry, refrigerated and frozen foods used in a commercial kitchen [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (3)].
- Discuss and analyze the importance of sanitation and HACCP procedures that affect receiving and issuing of goods in a foodservice operation [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (6)].
- Describe proper techniques of receiving and storing fresh, frozen, and dry proteins, produce, eggs, dairy and dry goods [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (7)].
- Explain regulations for inspecting and grading meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, dairy products, fruits and vegetables as outlined by the USDA, National Association of Meat Purveyors, and other governmental regulatory agencies [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (8)].
- Explain and demonstrate the proper receiving and issuing procedures for non-food items such as chemicals in a foodservice operation [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (9)].
- Receive, store and issue food products utilizing written specs, and proper food handling procedures [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (11)].
- Define, describe and explain the importance of a par system when ordering, receiving and storing food, and the terms FIFO and LIFO, and how they are used effectively to maintain proper storage procedures [demonstrated through Group Work]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (12)].
- Discuss inventory control procedures to deter theft and spoilage that can affect food costs [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 8 - Purchasing and Receiving (14)]
- Identify common food allergies and determine appropriate substitutions. (i.e. gluten, sugar, lactose free) [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 9 - Nutrition (5)].
- Utilize safety and sanitation practices when preparing, baking and serving all food items in the professional bakeshop [demonstrated through Quizzes]. [ACFEF Section 4 - Basic Baking (11)].
Course Outline:
- Chapter 1: Keeping Food Safe
- Chapter 2: Understanding the Microworld
- Chapter 3: Contamination, Food Allergies, and Foodborne Illnesses
- Chapter 4: The Safe Food Handler
- Chapter 5: The Flow of Food: An Introduction
- Chapter 6: The Flow of Food: Purchasing and Receiving Safe Food
- Chapter 7: The Flow of Food: Storage
- Chapter 8: The Flow of Food: Preparation
- Chapter 9: The Flow of Food: Service
- Chapter 10: Food Safety Management Systems
- Chapter 11: Safe Facilities and Equipment
- Chapter 12: Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Chapter 13: Integrated Pest Management
- Chapter 14: Food Safety Regulation and Standards
- Chapter 15: Staff Food Safety Training
Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?: No Instructional Strategies:
- Demonstration/Coaching: 10-20%
- Group Work/Work Team: 10-20%
- Oral Questioning:10-20%
- WorksheetsPractical Performance: 5-10%
- Quizzes/ExamsStaff Training Projects: 30-40%
Mandatory Course Components: Secchia Institute for Culinary Education Departmental Sign-Off Sheets:
● Attendance Policy
● Student Handbook
Equivalent Courses: None Accepted GRCC Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit: None AP Min. Score: NA Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: ServSafe® Manager (https://www.servsafe.com/ServSafe-Manager) and Trust 20 Food Protection Manager Certification (https://trust20.co/food-protection-manager-certification)
Course prepares students to seek the following external certification: Yes Course-Specific Placement Test: None Course Aligned with ARW/IRW Pairing: ARW 100 (IRW97/IRW98), IRW 99 Mandatory Department Assessment Measures: None Course Type: Program Requirement- Offering designed to meet the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program. Course Format: Lecture - 1:1 Total Lecture Hours Per Week: 2 People Soft Course ID Number: 100590 Course CIP Code: 12.9999 Maximum Course Enrollment: 24 General Room Request: None High School Articulation Agreements exist?: Yes If yes, with which high schools?: Allegan County High School, Careerline Tech Center, Kent Career Technical Center Non-Credit GRCC Articulation Agreement With What Area: No Identify the Non Credit Programs this Course is Accepted: NA
School: School of Business & Industry Department: Culinary Arts (SICE) Discipline: CA Faculty Credential Requirements: Other (list below) Faculty Credential Requirement Details: A Bachelor degree in Culinary Arts (Master of Arts preferred) or related credential. A minimum of 2 years of related work experience (4,000 hours) is required to satisfy Perkin’s Vocational Act requirements. The Instructor must meet dual role status as Certified ServSafe® Instructor for the ServSafe Food Safety Manager training and as a Registered ServSafe Proctor. Major Course Revisions: N/A Last Revision Date Effective: 20250224T14:39:21 Course Review & Revision Year: 2029-2030
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