Coffee Shop Food Safety Checklist
Comprehensive coffee shop food safety checklist covering dairy handling, pastry display requirements, and equipment sanitation.
- Industry: Coffee Shop
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
- Role: Barista Manager
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FDA Food Code, State/Local Health Codes
Dairy/Milk Handling
Milk safety
- Milk refrigerator at 41°F or below?
- Milk containers dated and rotated?
- Steam pitchers cleaned after each use?
Pastry Display
Bakery items
- Pastries in covered display?
- Cream-filled items refrigerated?
- Tongs/papers used (no bare hands)?
Equipment Sanitation
Machine cleaning
- Espresso machine cleaned?
- Coffee grinder cleaned?
- Blenders cleaned between uses?
Staff Hygiene
Personal practices
- Staff handwashing observed?
- Hair restraints worn?
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?
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Why Use This Coffee Shop Food Safety Checklist?
This coffee shop food safety checklist helps coffee shop teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for barista manager professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with FDA Food Code, State/Local Health Codes. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Coffee Shop Food Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 8 sections: Dairy/Milk Handling, Pastry Display, Equipment Sanitation, Staff Hygiene, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling. It is designed for coffee shop 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 Coffee Shop Food Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Barista Manager professionals in the coffee shop 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.