Cafeteria Safety
Complete daily.
- Industry: Education
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Food Service Manager
- Total Items: 29
- Compliance: FDA Food Code, USDA, Health Department
Food Safety
Check food safety.
- Food temps logged?
- Hot food at 135°F+?
- Cold food at 41°F or below?
- Allergen info posted?
Sanitation
Check sanitation.
- Serving surfaces clean?
- Sanitizer available?
- Handwashing stations stocked?
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
Quality Assessment
Evaluate quality standards and performance metrics
- Quality standards met for all items checked?
- Any deficiencies or non-conformances identified?
- Root cause analysis completed for issues?
- Continuous improvement opportunities identified?
Environment & Conditions
Verify environmental conditions meet requirements
- Area clean and well-maintained?
- Adequate lighting in all areas?
- Ventilation adequate?
- Required signage visible and current?
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Why Use This Cafeteria Safety?
This cafeteria safety helps education teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for food service manager professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with FDA Food Code, USDA, Health Department. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cafeteria Safety cover?
This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 7 sections: Food Safety, Sanitation, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check, Quality Assessment, Environment & Conditions. It is designed for education operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Cafeteria Safety?
This checklist is designed for Food Service Manager professionals in the education 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.