Should You Wear Gloves When Serving Food?

Gloves should be worn properly, and the FDA recommends wearing them for most food handling purposes. ... Gloves are NOT a food safety measure if the hands wearing them aren't washed, and if they touch lots of stuff in the process of your food being created.

Do you have to wear gloves when serving food?

Some businesses may implement a glove-use policy but the wearing of gloves by personnel handling food is not a legal requirement. The best way in which food handlers can maintain good personal hygiene is by frequently washing their hands. ... Food workers should avoid touching their mouth and eyes when wearing gloves.

When should you wear food service gloves?

There currently are no requirements for glove use in food service establishments, but, a “no bare hands” policy is recommended for handling ready-to-eat foods (e.g. sandwiches, salads). Gloves and utensils (such as tongs) can be used to minimize bare hand contact of food.