Child Labor in Food Service

Texas law restricts minors from certain kitchen or bar tasks; TXDSHS sees them as high risk for injuries. TABC also limits minors from serving alcohol.

Related Terms

Age Verification

The process of checking a customer’s government-issued ID to ensure they meet the legal drinking ...

Minor in Possession

A legal violation when anyone under 21 is caught purchasing, attempting to purchase, or possessin...

Observational Checklist

A tool used by managers to monitor staff compliance with hand washing, temperature logs, or ID ch...

Non-Certified Employee Limitations

Individuals lacking a food handler certificate or TABC server training may perform only non-food ...

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