Cafeteria Hygiene & Food Safety Checklist

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Premises & Environment

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Assessment of the overall cleanliness and condition of the cafeteria space.

Ambient Temperature (°C)

Floor Temperature (°C)

Floor Condition

Evidence of Pests?

Notes on General Cleanliness and Condition

Ventilation

Photos of Premises (Optional)

Dishwashing & Sanitation

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Verification of proper dishwashing procedures, equipment functionality, and sanitizer concentrations.

Dishwashing Machine Temperature (Wash)

Dishwashing Machine Temperature (Rinse)

Sanitizer Concentration (ppm)

Dishwashing Detergent Type

Rinse Aid Used?

Are any of the following observed?

Comments/Observations regarding dishwashing and sanitation

Last Date of Dishwasher Maintenance

Food Storage

3 of 10

Checking food storage temperatures, labeling, and stock rotation (FIFO).

Refrigerator Temperature (°C)

Freezer Temperature (°C)

Dry Storage Room Temperature (°C)

Date of Last Temperature Log Check

FIFO System in Place?

Food Items with Expiring Dates (Identify Top 3)

Comments on Food Storage Conditions

Food Preparation

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Review of food handling practices during preparation, including cross-contamination prevention.

Are separate cutting boards used for raw and cooked foods?

Temperature of hot holding equipment (°C)

Temperature of cold holding equipment (°C)

How are cooked foods prevented from cross-contamination?

If 'Other' was selected above, please specify how cross-contamination is prevented.

Are food handlers wearing appropriate hair restraints?

Date of last food handler training on safe food handling practices.

Photo evidence of safe food preparation practices (e.g., correct use of equipment).

Personal Hygiene

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Observation of staff practices regarding handwashing, uniform cleanliness, and overall hygiene.

Staff handwashing observed before handling food?

Are staff wearing clean uniforms?

Are staff wearing appropriate hair restraints (hairnets, hats)?

Number of staff visibly not adhering to hygiene protocols.

Any observations regarding staff hygiene requiring further attention?

Are fingernails clean and trimmed?

Jewelry worn by staff?

Waste Management

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Assessment of proper waste disposal procedures and pest control measures.

Number of Waste Bins Present

Waste Segregation Practices - Are these in place?

Waste Bin Liners - Condition?

Last Waste Bin Cleaning Date

Observations Regarding Waste Management Practices (e.g., spills, odors)

Evidence of Pest Attraction Near Waste Areas?

Photograph of Waste Storage Area

Pest Control

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Inspection of the facility for signs of pests and verification of preventative measures.

Frequency of Pest Control Service (Days)

Date of Last Pest Control Service

Type of Pest Control Service Performed

Notes from Pest Control Technician (if applicable)

Evidence of Pest Activity Observed (Select all that apply)

Location of Pest Activity (if observed)

Pest Control Company Name

Equipment Maintenance

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Checking the maintenance and calibration of key equipment (e.g., refrigerators, ovens).

Last Refrigerator Temperature Calibration Date

Refrigerator Temperature (in °C)

Oven Temperature Accuracy Check (in °C)

Dishwasher Water Temperature (Wash Cycle, in °C)

Dishwasher Water Temperature (Rinse Cycle, in °C)

Dishwasher Sanitizer Type

Dishwasher Sanitizer Concentration (ppm)

Notes on Equipment Maintenance / Repairs

Date of Last Filter Change (e.g. Water Filter)

Water Quality

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Verification of potable water source and related safety checks.

Water Source Pressure (PSI)

Hot Water Temperature (Celsius/Fahrenheit)

Cold Water Temperature (Celsius/Fahrenheit)

Water Source Type

If 'Other' selected for Water Source Type, please specify:

Last Water Quality Testing Date

Upload Water Quality Testing Report (if available)

Is a backflow preventer installed and maintained?

Comments or observations regarding water quality:

Documentation & Record Keeping

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Review of records related to temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and pest control.

Last HACCP Plan Review Date

Last Pest Control Service Date

Temperature Log Frequency (e.g., times per day)

Temperature Logs Maintained?

Cleaning Schedules Posted & Followed?

Attach Sample Temperature Log

Notes on record keeping procedures or any deficiencies found

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