Holding & ServiceQuestion 230 of 320
Which returned item may safely be re-served to another guest?
a.A factory-sealed single-serving bottle of hot sauce that was never opened
b.A wrapped straw that was removed from its wrapper but unused
c.A ramekin of ranch dressing the guest did not appear to use
d.Leftover tortillas from a covered basket
Explanation
Re-service is limited to prepackaged items that are still sealed and in sound condition, such as an unopened single-serving bottle. Open ramekins, unwrapped straws, and basket tortillas have all been exposed at the table and must be discarded.
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