At what minimum temperature must eggs be held on a breakfast bar?

The minimum temperature at which eggs must be held on a breakfast bar is 135°F. This temperature is considered safe for holding food items in a hot holding situation. When eggs are cooked or prepared and kept warm for service, maintaining them at or above 135°F helps ensure that they remain safe for consumption by controlling the growth of bacteria.

While eggs can be cooked at higher temperatures, the key aspect of holding them at 135°F is to keep them out of the temperature danger zone, which is between 41°F and 135°F. Keeping eggs at this minimum temperature will help maintain their quality and safety for customers at a breakfast bar.

Higher temperatures like 145°F or 160°F are typically required for cooking eggs and other proteins to ensure they are safe to eat right after cooking but aren't necessary for holding once they have been properly cooked.