Stock Handling [F&B-OPP-07]

SOP Number: F&B-OPP-06

Department: Management

Date Issued: 21 November 2022

Stock Handling

Stock Rotation

Stock must be rotated in a clear First Expired, First Out (FEFO) process

• Check products for damage or deterioration

• Make sure goods are faced forward/up

• Don't overload refrigerators

Storing and dating decanted foods

• Once a product packaging has been opened, the item must be sealed and dated 3 days from the day of opening. For example, opened on Monday 1st, must be used by Wednesday 3rd.

• Labels must be clearly placed on the front or top of product.

• NEVER re-label a product.

• Labels must be checked on a daily basis and old stock thrown away.

• Permanent day dots are to be used as per the image

• Large detailed shelf life labels are to be used for frozen items with full details entered

Refrigeration & Freezer Storage

Top	Ready-to-Eat/Cooked Foods
	Fruits and Vegetables
	Pre-cooked Deli Foods, Eggs, Foods that will be reheated
	Seafood
	Raw Fish
	Raw Meats
Bottom	Raw Poultry