The Application of HACCP Control Program in Shawerma Restaurants in Jordan

摘要

This study investigated whether Shawerma Restaurants in Jordan apply HACCP control Program.A questionnaire of 37 questions was prepared and 250 copies were distributed to different Shawermarestaurants. The questionnaires were directed to the managers of these restaurants. Chi-square test and t-testwere used to analyze the responses of 218 managers. The results indicated a statistically significant commitmentof Jordanian Shawerma restaurants to most of the HACCP principles. Overall, Shawerma restaurants were foundto have qualified fridges, efficient heat treatment, adequate cleaning & sterilization of preparing & serving stuff,observance of hygiene levels and good handling of raw & cooked food. However, some rules were violatedregarding the isolation of Shawerma spit from external environment and the period it takes to prepare Shawerma.The study recommended governments in Jordan to ensure the application of strict food safety rules in foodrestaurants.