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Food Safety Compliance Inspection Checklist

by seun oladimeji, from the Community

This comprehensive compliance inspection checklist helps restaurants and foodservice teams audit critical areas of food safety and operations. It covers staff hygiene and food handling, storage and allergen control, temperature monitoring and corrective actions, and safe preparation, cooling, and reheating practices. It also reviews staff appearance, training, and record keeping, including logs and due diligence forms. Operational checks include customer service protocols, EPOS system accuracy and integrations, and overall cleanliness across prep areas and premises. Pest control measures, facility utilities, and equipment functionality are assessed, culminating in an overall branch rating and inspector comments to drive continuous improvement.

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