Childcare Kitchen & Nutrition Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]
Childcare cooks and directors use this checklist per USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal pattern requirements and state childcare food service licensing for child nutrition safety.
- Industry: Childcare / Food Service
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
- Role: Childcare Cook / Director
- Total Items: 8
- Compliance: USDA CACFP 7 CFR 226, State Childcare Food Licensing
Meal Preparation & Safety
Verify safe meal preparation for children.
- Are cooking temperatures verified and hot/cold holding maintained properly?
- Are children's food allergies posted in the kitchen and verified before serving?
- Do meals meet CACFP meal pattern requirements for the age groups served?
- Meal prep notes
Kitchen Sanitation
Verify kitchen sanitation and choking prevention.
- Are food contact surfaces, utensils, and equipment cleaned and sanitized?
- Are foods cut to appropriate sizes to prevent choking for the age groups (grapes halved, etc.)?
- Is food stored properly with labels, dates, and chemicals separated from food items?
- Kitchen sanitation notes
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Why Use This Childcare Kitchen & Nutrition Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This childcare kitchen & nutrition safety checklist [free pdf] helps childcare / food service teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for childcare cook / director professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with USDA CACFP 7 CFR 226, State Childcare Food Licensing. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Childcare Kitchen & Nutrition Safety Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?
This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Meal Preparation & Safety, Kitchen Sanitation. It is designed for childcare / food service operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Who should use this Childcare Kitchen & Nutrition Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This checklist is designed for Childcare Cook / Director professionals in the childcare / food service industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.