UK Food Delivery Temperature Check Checklist
Comprehensive UK food delivery temperature check checklist.
- Industry: Food & Hospitality
- Frequency: Per delivery
- Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
- Role: Goods-In Staff/Manager
- Total Items: 24
- Compliance: FSA SFBB, EC 852/2004, EC 853/2004
Vehicle Check
Transport condition
- Delivery vehicle clean?
- Vehicle temperature acceptable?
Chilled Foods
Temperature 0-5°C
- Chilled foods 0-5°C?
- Packaging intact?
Frozen Foods
Temperature -18°C
- Frozen foods -18°C or below?
- No signs of thawing/refreezing?
Ambient/Dry Foods
Room temperature
- Packaging undamaged?
- Use-by/best-before dates valid?
Documentation
Paperwork
- Delivery note matches order?
- Quantities correct?
Temperature Control & Monitoring
Food temperature safety verification
- Cold holding at 41°F/5°C or below?
- Hot holding at 135°F/57°C or above?
- Thermometer calibrated and accurate?
- Temperature log current and complete?
Allergen Management
Allergen safety and communication
- Allergen information posted/available?
- Staff trained on allergen protocols?
- Cross-contact prevention measures in place?
Waste Management & Pest Prevention
Waste handling and pest control
- Waste bins covered and not overflowing?
- Grease trap maintained on schedule?
- No evidence of pest activity?
Staff Hygiene & Compliance
Personnel hygiene standards
- Hand wash stations stocked (soap, towels)?
- Proper glove usage observed?
- Hair restraints worn properly?
- No staff showing illness symptoms?
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Why Use This UK Food Delivery Temperature Check Checklist?
This uk food delivery temperature check checklist helps food & hospitality teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for goods-in staff/manager professionals, this checklist covers 24 critical inspection points across 9 sections. Recommended frequency: per delivery.
Ensures compliance with FSA SFBB, EC 852/2004, EC 853/2004. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the UK Food Delivery Temperature Check Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 24 inspection items across 9 sections: Vehicle Check, Chilled Foods, Frozen Foods, Ambient/Dry Foods, Documentation, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Allergen Management, Waste Management & Pest Prevention, Staff Hygiene & Compliance. It is designed for food & hospitality operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per delivery. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Who should use this UK Food Delivery Temperature Check Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Goods-In Staff/Manager professionals in the food & hospitality 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.