Cooking is always a great responsibility. When we talk about creating food sets for the military, it's worth emphasizing this even more, because even a minor mistake can cause food poisoning and paralyze the work of an entire combat unit. That is why volunteers must remember and follow certain rules. The Charitable Foundation “Pryame Vklyuchennya” will tell you more about them.

Take care of your own health and hygiene

The desire to help is very noble. But when doing a good deed, make sure that your condition is suitable for it. First of all, check your body temperature and skin for a rash. Coughing, fever, tearing, and diarrhea are signals that you should not come to the volunteer kitchen today.

Even if you do not have all these symptoms, remember to wash your hands regularly. Gloves should be changed no less than once an hour, because, contrary to popular belief, they get dirty much faster than bare hands. Hair should be tied up and jewelry should be left at home. A hat and a gown (protective clothing) are mandatory if you are cooking for other people.

Keep an eye on shelf life of products

Remember that packaged products in hermetically sealed packaging should not contain air. They must be intact and not swollen. Immediately after receiving the goods, unpack them. You cannot store finished products and raw materials in the same place. It is better to investigate the issue of food neighborhood in the refrigerator before starting work.

Of course, don't forget to check the expiration date of the food.

Raw materials must be heat treated

Consumption of meat, fish, and dairy products causes the most cases of gastrointestinal disorders in people under the condition of incorrect cooking. This refers to sufficient stewing, frying and boiling.

If there are perishable foods in your volunteer kitchen, it's a good idea to check for organoleptic indicators: taste, appearance, smell, texture.

Clean the work surface regularly

All containers, cutlery, and surfaces used by the cook must be clean and sanitized not only at the end of the day but also during the cooking process. At the same time, cleaning equipment should be kept away from the cooking area.

Your care, combined with the observance of these simple rules, will give the military strength and inspiration to continue the fight. If you do not work in the volunteer kitchen staff, but want to help the soldiers with provisions and other necessities, use a reliable tool - donation. You can find the current details of the Charitable Foundation “Pryame Vklyuchennya” at the link.