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For 6 chicks, I'd say that's fine. But if you smell mold at all, don't feed it. Moldy feed can kill chickens.
A broken freezer is a great idea for airtight storage. I use galvanized trash cans for mine in the garage.
Oh yes, if you can freeze them that would be great. Just be aware when you take the feed out to remove it little by little, as the condensation as it thaws will make it moldy.
I wouldn't worry about a week on the feed myself. You will be ready for that feed in 3 months or 4- so don't get rid...