Pizza Food Safety Checklist
Comprehensive pizza food safety checklist covering dough handling, topping safety, and proper oven cooking temperatures.
- Industry: Pizzeria
- Frequency: Daily/Per shift
- Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
- Role: Pizza Cook/Manager
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FDA Food Code, State/Local Health Codes
Dough Handling
Dough safety
- Dough stored at proper temperature?
- Dough batches dated and rotated?
- Dough prep surface clean?
Topping Safety
Ingredient handling
- Cold toppings at 41°F or below?
- Meat toppings from approved source?
- Raw meat toppings handled separately?
- Toppings covered when not in use?
Cooking
Oven operation
- Oven at proper temperature?
- Pizza cooked through (cheese melted, crust done)?
Hygiene
Staff practices
- Proper handwashing observed?
- Gloves changed between raw dough and toppings?
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 Pizza Food Safety Checklist?
This pizza food safety checklist helps pizzeria teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for pizza cook/manager professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: daily/per shift.
Ensures compliance with FDA Food Code, State/Local Health Codes. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Pizza Food Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 8 sections: Dough Handling, Topping Safety, Cooking, Hygiene, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling. It is designed for pizzeria operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily/per shift. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Who should use this Pizza Food Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Pizza Cook/Manager professionals in the pizzeria 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.