After cooking a batch, how long must you allow the grill section to recover before placing another batch of meat?

• A. 15 seconds
• B. 25 seconds
• C. 30 seconds
• D. 60 seconds

Answer: (B)

Grill recovery time is about letting the cooking surface heat back up to the proper level after you finish a batch. When you add a new batch, the grill temperature dips, and you need a moment for the heat to come back so the next meat cooks evenly and reaches safe, consistent doneness.

Twenty-five seconds is the sweet spot that balances food safety and efficiency. It gives enough time for the grill to reestablish the steady surface temperature, helping the meat sear correctly and cook through without drifting off target. If you go too short, the next batch may start cooking at too-low heat and end up undercooked or uneven. If you go longer, it slows the line and can waste time without significantly improving results.