Kara Angelica L. Benavente and Dr. Ma. Rosario B. Tamayo
Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas
Asia Pacific Journal of
Management and
Sustainable Development
October 2024 Part 5
P-ISSN 2782-9332
E-ISSN 3028-2632
Abstract – This study aimed to assess the food safety management of hospitals in the South District of Metro Manila, Philippines. The descriptive method was employed, with data gathered through a researcher-made questionnaire distributed to 420 respondents from seven hospitals. The results showed that the overall assessment of food safety management was positive, with respondents agreeing that hospitals followed proper food handling and preparation practices, conducted regular supplier evaluation and monitoring, maintained appropriate storage and temperature control, and provided training and education on food safety to staff. However, some problems were encountered, particularly in storage and temperature control, supplier evaluation and monitoring, and training and education. There were also statistically significant differences in the responses when grouped according to category and hospital. The study concluded that while food safety management in the hospitals was generally good, there is still room for improvement, especially in the areas of storage and temperature control, supplier evaluation and monitoring, and training and education.
Keywords – Food Safety Management, Hospitals, Philippines, Descriptive Method, Food Handling And Preparation