NOCTI CULINARY ARTS EXAM NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 140 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS/NEWEST UPDATE
Sanitary refers to the absence of:
a) food
b) unhealthy food
c) micro organisms
d) keeping tables clean - (Correct Answer)-micro organisms
unplug the machine - (Correct Answer)-When cleaning the slicer, you must first
a) take all removable pieces off
b) unplug the machine
c) ask the supervisor
d) close the blade
cross contamination - (Correct Answer)-Cutting boards are washed, rinsed, and sanitized in order
to prevent
a) prevent odors
b) attract insects
c) cross contamination
d) mildew
should not be used, it could be spoiled - (Correct Answer)-A bulging can means
a) the can should be discounted
b) should not be used, it could be spoiled
c) the can is overfilled
d) none of the above
all of the above - (Correct Answer)-Cans should be rejected if
, 2
a) they have rust on them
b) are dented
c) do not have a label on them
d) all of the above
The bacteria of raw foods may transfer to the cooked foods - (Correct Answer)-One reason you
should use color coated cutting boards for raw and cooked foods is
a) Makes work easier
b) Juices can make the floor slippery
c) Each person should have their own cutting board for professionalism
d) The bacteria of raw foods may transfer to the cooked foods
2 to 1 - (Correct Answer)-When preparing rice pilaf, the correct ratio of liquid to rice is
a) 4 to 1
b) 3 to 1
c) 2 to 1
d) 1 to 1
All of the above - (Correct Answer)-A commercial establishment usually does not use dried
legumes because
a) They attract mice
b) They are susceptible to temperatures and moisture
c) They have a long preparation period because they require soaking
d) All of the above
rice - (Correct Answer)-Which of the following is not a pasta product?
a) tortellini
, 3
b) rice
c) elbow macaroni
d) egg noodles
steaming - (Correct Answer)-Which method of cooking will preserve the most nutrients?
a) frying
b) baking
c) boiling
d) steaming
tossed in oil and cover with clear film - (Correct Answer)-How should cooked pasta be stored?
a) tossed in oil and cover with clear film
b) store uncovered
c) store in water
d) cover with a damp cloth
a) more clear - (Correct Answer)-By skimming the scum and fat off of a stock, the stock will
become
a) more clear
b) thinner
c) darker
d) lighter
sache - (Correct Answer)-Herbs tied in a cheesecloth are called
a) julienne
b) sache
c) chaud froid
, 4
hollandaise - (Correct Answer)-A sauce that is made with clarified butter, pasteurized yolks,
lemon juice, salt and water is called
a) espagnole
b) veloute
c) hollandaise
d) mayonnaise
guide for cooking - (Correct Answer)-Oven timers are used as a/an
a) set cooking time
b) guide for cooking
c) temperature recovery time
d) none of the above
FIFO - (Correct Answer)-The most common inventory method is called
a) PULL
b) PAR
c) FIFO
d) LIFO
Are stored separately from food - (Correct Answer)-When storing chemicals, they
a) Are stored in their original containers on the floor
b) Are stored in bulk at the location of use
c) Are stored separately from food
d) may be stored with food if in their original container
wipe it up immediately - (Correct Answer)-When grease spills on the floor, you should
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS/NEWEST UPDATE
Sanitary refers to the absence of:
a) food
b) unhealthy food
c) micro organisms
d) keeping tables clean - (Correct Answer)-micro organisms
unplug the machine - (Correct Answer)-When cleaning the slicer, you must first
a) take all removable pieces off
b) unplug the machine
c) ask the supervisor
d) close the blade
cross contamination - (Correct Answer)-Cutting boards are washed, rinsed, and sanitized in order
to prevent
a) prevent odors
b) attract insects
c) cross contamination
d) mildew
should not be used, it could be spoiled - (Correct Answer)-A bulging can means
a) the can should be discounted
b) should not be used, it could be spoiled
c) the can is overfilled
d) none of the above
all of the above - (Correct Answer)-Cans should be rejected if
, 2
a) they have rust on them
b) are dented
c) do not have a label on them
d) all of the above
The bacteria of raw foods may transfer to the cooked foods - (Correct Answer)-One reason you
should use color coated cutting boards for raw and cooked foods is
a) Makes work easier
b) Juices can make the floor slippery
c) Each person should have their own cutting board for professionalism
d) The bacteria of raw foods may transfer to the cooked foods
2 to 1 - (Correct Answer)-When preparing rice pilaf, the correct ratio of liquid to rice is
a) 4 to 1
b) 3 to 1
c) 2 to 1
d) 1 to 1
All of the above - (Correct Answer)-A commercial establishment usually does not use dried
legumes because
a) They attract mice
b) They are susceptible to temperatures and moisture
c) They have a long preparation period because they require soaking
d) All of the above
rice - (Correct Answer)-Which of the following is not a pasta product?
a) tortellini
, 3
b) rice
c) elbow macaroni
d) egg noodles
steaming - (Correct Answer)-Which method of cooking will preserve the most nutrients?
a) frying
b) baking
c) boiling
d) steaming
tossed in oil and cover with clear film - (Correct Answer)-How should cooked pasta be stored?
a) tossed in oil and cover with clear film
b) store uncovered
c) store in water
d) cover with a damp cloth
a) more clear - (Correct Answer)-By skimming the scum and fat off of a stock, the stock will
become
a) more clear
b) thinner
c) darker
d) lighter
sache - (Correct Answer)-Herbs tied in a cheesecloth are called
a) julienne
b) sache
c) chaud froid
, 4
hollandaise - (Correct Answer)-A sauce that is made with clarified butter, pasteurized yolks,
lemon juice, salt and water is called
a) espagnole
b) veloute
c) hollandaise
d) mayonnaise
guide for cooking - (Correct Answer)-Oven timers are used as a/an
a) set cooking time
b) guide for cooking
c) temperature recovery time
d) none of the above
FIFO - (Correct Answer)-The most common inventory method is called
a) PULL
b) PAR
c) FIFO
d) LIFO
Are stored separately from food - (Correct Answer)-When storing chemicals, they
a) Are stored in their original containers on the floor
b) Are stored in bulk at the location of use
c) Are stored separately from food
d) may be stored with food if in their original container
wipe it up immediately - (Correct Answer)-When grease spills on the floor, you should
