Meats are kept better in the freezer. Meats can be kept in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days if raw and 1 to 2 days longer if cooked. Always place cooked meats in an airtight container.
Potentially hazardous food should not be left unrefrigerated for more than 2 hours. Make that one if the ambient temperature is very warm. At that point, it should be refrigerated or re-heated.