BJ wants to follow the "Check Your Steps" actions for food safety.When he prepares high-risk foods,he washes his hands before and after touching the food; sanitizes surfaces that come in contact with all foods; avoids cross contamination; cooks meats to their proper internal temperatures; and after meals,he keeps serving dishes with cooked food on the table,so his guests can nibble on the items.After eating one of his meals,he and his dinner guests developed a food-borne illness.Based on this information,which step did he fail to take?

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BJ failed to chill the cooked food promptly after the meal. Keeping the serving dishes with cooked food on the table allows the food to remain at room temperature for an extended period, which can lead to the growth of harmful bacteria and cause foodborne illness.

BJ Wants to Follow the "Check Your Steps" Actions for Food