Picking Up the Donation
Section 6 of 16

So what's involved in picking up and delivering food donations? Take a quick look at these Six Guidelines before you head to the restaurant, or click here to view more details:

1. Check temperature at pickup (ideally it will be frozen, but if not, it should be at or below 40° F, or 4° C). Click here to view tips on operating a thermometer.
2. Check packaging at pickup (it should be properly bagged, labeled, dated & stored).
3. Keep food cold during transport.
4. Practice good hygiene.
5. Avoid cross-contamination.
6. Upon delivery, inform the agency of food status and any problems.

When you arrive at Bob's Upscale Restaurant, you are greeted by a grumpy employee who doesn't recognize who you are or why you are asking for "free food." You…

A. Snap back at the employee, because obviously, this idiot doesn't realize the good deed you're trying to do.

Or

B. Politely explain who you are, the food agency you represent, and the pickup arrangement made between the agency and restaurant.