Kosher Food Handling Checklist
Comprehensive kosher food handling checklist ensuring compliance with kosher certification requirements and rabbinical supervision standards.
- Industry: Kosher Food
- Frequency: Daily/Per production
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Production/Mashgiach
- Total Items: 33
- Compliance: Kosher Certification Agency Standards, OU/OK/Kof-K Guidelines
Ingredient Verification
Kosher ingredients
- All ingredients kosher certified?
- Kosher certificates current?
- No unauthorized ingredients used?
Equipment Status
Equipment kosher status
- Equipment in kosher status?
- Dairy and meat properly separated?
- Pareve status maintained (if applicable)?
Production
Kosher production
- Production supervised as required?
- Kosher procedures followed?
Documentation
Records
- Kosher production logged?
- Kosher labels verified?
Pre-Inspection Information
Initial inspection details and documentation
- Inspector Name
- Inspection Date
- Location / Kitchen Area
- Inspection Type (Routine/Follow-up/Complaint)
- Previous inspection date and findings reviewed?
Temperature Control & Monitoring
Verify all temperature-sensitive equipment and food items
- Refrigerator temperature at or below 41°F (5°C)?
- Freezer temperature at or below 0°F (-18°C)?
- Hot holding foods at or above 135°F (57°C)?
- Thermometers calibrated and functional?
- Temperature logs current and properly maintained?
Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention
Proper food handling practices and contamination prevention
- Proper handwashing observed (20 seconds, soap)?
- Gloves used properly for ready-to-eat foods?
- Raw and cooked foods properly separated?
- Color-coded cutting boards used correctly?
- Allergen cross-contact controls in place?
Food Storage & Labeling
Proper storage, rotation, and labeling of food items
- FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation followed?
- All items properly date-labeled?
- Food stored 6 inches off floor?
- No expired products in storage?
Sanitation & Cleaning
Verify cleaning and sanitation standards are met
- Sanitizer at proper concentration (test strips)?
- Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized?
- Cleaning schedule current and followed?
- No signs of pest activity?
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Why Use This Kosher Food Handling Checklist?
This kosher food handling checklist helps kosher food teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for production/mashgiach professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 9 sections. Recommended frequency: daily/per production.
Ensures compliance with Kosher Certification Agency Standards, OU/OK/Kof-K Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Kosher Food Handling Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 9 sections: Ingredient Verification, Equipment Status, Production, Documentation, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling, Sanitation & Cleaning. It is designed for kosher food operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily/per production. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Who should use this Kosher Food Handling Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Production/Mashgiach professionals in the kosher food 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.