Catering Delivery Checklist - FREE PDF
Ensure food safety during catering transport and off-site event setup.
- Industry: Catering / Food Service
- Frequency: Each delivery
- Estimated Time: 15-30 minutes
- Role: Catering Driver / Staff
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FDA Food Code, HACCP, State Health Code
Documentation Review
Verify required documentation and records are current.
- Required records/logs available?
- Previous issues addressed?
- Staff training current?
Food Safety Verification
Verify food safety practices and temperature control per FDA Food Code.
- Food temperatures properly monitored?
- Food storage practices correct?
- Cross-contamination prevented?
- Handwashing practices observed?
Sanitation & Cleanliness
Verify cleaning and sanitation practices.
- Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized?
- Equipment properly maintained and clean?
- Floors, walls, ceilings clean?
- No evidence of pest activity?
Regulatory Compliance
Verify compliance with FDA Food Code, HACCP, State Health Code.
- Permits and licenses current?
- HACCP/food safety plan followed?
- Allergen controls in place?
- Employee health policy followed?
Inspection Summary
Document findings and corrective actions.
- Overall Compliance Status
- Violations/Deficiencies Found?
- Findings and Observations
- Corrective Actions Required
- Inspector Signature
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?
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