A customer at a mamak restaurant in Cheras was left shocked after seeing a tray of fried chicken placed above a rubbish bin inside the food preparation area. A short video of the incident quickly spread online and raised fresh concerns about food handling practices at local eateries.
A video posted on social media showed a bucket of fried chicken placed directly on top of an overloaded rubbish bin with a lid inside the kitchen area. A customer reportedly recorded the clip after noticing the tray while waiting for food at the restaurant.
Video Raises Hygiene Concerns
The film was of equipment, kitchen utensils, and containers of food around the same area. Additionally, many viewers expressed shock after seeing the food tray placed so close to the rubbish bin. The incident quickly attracted attention online after several local news pages reposted the clip.
The customer who uploaded the video claimed the situation happened at a mamak stall in Cheras. However, it remains unclear how long the tray stayed there or whether restaurant staff later served the fried chicken to customers. At the time of reporting, the restaurant had not released any official statement.
Authorities Monitoring the Situation
Food hygiene has been a recent concern in Malaysia after some viral videos about the cleanliness of restaurants. Local councils and health officers routinely inspect food premises to ensure food operators follow hygiene and safety standards.
Malaysian food safety regulations require food operators to store and handle cooked food carefully to avoid contamination. Furthermore, experts warn that operators should never place cooked food near rubbish disposal areas because bacteria and harmful germs can spread easily in such environments. Therefore, food handlers must follow proper hygiene practices at all times to prevent contamination.
Public Attention Continues Growing
The latest incident has once again drawn attention to cleanliness standards at busy food outlets. As a result, many customers said they expect restaurants and food stalls to maintain proper hygiene because large numbers of people eat there every day.
The video continued circulating across several social media platforms, with many users discussing food safety and restaurant management. Authorities are now investigating whether the incident violated any food handling regulations.
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