‘Chicken served and stored as per norms’: KFC after Mangaluru outlet inspection
The clarification was issued a day after a KFC outlet in Mangaluru was inspected by the officials of the Food Safety Division,
KFC, the multinational fast food giant, clarified on Monday that recent reports regarding its outlet in Mangaluru are inaccurate, stating that the chicken served and stored at its restaurants adhere to all prescribed norms. This came a day after a consumer raised concerns about stale chicken being served at one of KFC's outlets, prompting an inspection by officials from the Food Safety Division under the guidance of Health Minister U T Khader.
In a statement, KFC emphasized its unwavering commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene. The company claimed that the circulating information does not accurately reflect the true facts. KFC sources its chicken from reputable suppliers across the country and adheres to both FSSAI guidelines and stringent global quality standards.
The chain assured that the chicken served and stored at its outlets is prepared daily in-store and undergoes multiple rigorous quality and safety checks from farm to the consumer's plate. KFC pledged to cooperate fully with the authorities and is currently reviewing the matter in line with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. The company also invited customers interested in learning about its stringent kitchen procedures and safety protocols to arrange a tour of the restaurant's kitchen.
According to sources, during the inspection, chicken samples were collected and sent for laboratory testing. The outlet was subsequently instructed to dispose of the chicken stock and thoroughly clean the cold storage area.
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