Stepping into Management Knowledge

Equipment Safety

4.38

PIZZA OVEN

PURPOSE OF THE TRAINING EXERCISE: To ensure that food handlers understand how to clean the pizza oven.

TRAINING AIDS:  Chemicals – Company approved manual pot wash detergent, multi-purpose detergent and sanitiser  Clean yellow cloth or paper towels  PPE – Disposable white gloves and apron TRAINING METHOD: This is a practical training exercise. The trainer should demonstrate how to clean the pizza oven to the group whilst referring to these training notes

ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: Why is it important to clean the pizza oven after every use? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER:  Reduce the risk of cross contamination  To ensure the food is properly mixed  Improve the quality of the food  To ensure the oven works effectively  Reduce the risk of fires  It is a legal requirement to keep all food equipment clean.

How to clean the pizza oven: At least once per day routine cleaning should be carried out, all oven parts that come into contact with the oven including the pizza paddle must be cleaned thoroughly.  Ensure machine is switched off and unplugged before cleaning starts  Only clean the machine once it is cold  Use the handle to open the door.  Brush the refractory stone floor clean with the brush provided – do NOT pour cold water or cleaning substance on to the refractory stone as it will crack  Spray the sides, glass and door areas with multi-purpose detergent and wipe with a yellow cloth  Wipe down with a clean yellow cloth, ensuring all debris has been removed  Leave to air dry  Ensure all buttons and dials are clean

How to clean the Pizza Paddle:

 Wash paddle in hot soapy water using manual pot wash detergent  Leave to air dry  Ensure the paddle is stored off the floor to avoid cross contamination

Safety Assurance March 2016

Equipment Safety 4.38