Stadium and Arena Concession Food Safety Inspection Checklist
This checklist ensures stadium and arena concession operations comply with FDA Food Code 2022, local health department temporary food service event regulations, and NACUFS (National Association of College and University Food Services) event catering standards. Designed for concession managers at high-volume sports and entertainment venues.
- Industry: Sports and Entertainment / Food Service
- Frequency: Per event / Daily during multi-day events
- Estimated Time: 30-40 minutes
- Role: Concession Manager / Food Safety Officer
- Total Items: 21
- Compliance: FDA Food Code 2022, Local Health Department Concession / Temporary Food Service Regulations, NFPA 96 Ventilation and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking, NSF/ANSI 18 Manual Food and Beverage Dispensing Equipment
Temperature Controls
Hot and cold holding temperatures across all concession stands.
- Hot holding equipment maintaining 135F or above for all hot items?
- Cold storage maintaining 41F or below for all refrigerated items?
- Cooking temperatures verified for hot dogs, burgers, and chicken per food code?
- Calibrated probe thermometers available at all cooking concessions?
Concession Stand Setup and Equipment
Equipment functionality and setup compliance.
- All concession equipment clean before opening?
- Sneeze guards in place at all self-service or over-counter food areas?
- Handwashing sinks with hot water, soap, and paper towels at each stand?
- Sanitizer buckets at correct concentration at all stands?
Staff Hygiene and Training
Concession worker hygiene and food handler certification.
- At least one certified food handler per concession zone on duty?
- Workers using gloves or utensils for all bare-hand contact with RTE foods?
- No workers with illness symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice) working with food?
Alcohol and Age Verification
Responsible alcohol service compliance.
- ID verification process in place at all alcohol concession points?
- Age-verified customer identification system operational?
- Alcohol cutoff time established and staff informed?
Allergen Management
Food allergen awareness for high-volume event service.
- Allergen information available for all menu items?
- Procedures in place to prevent cross-contact for common allergens?
- Staff trained to handle allergen requests and escalate to manager?
Waste and Close-Out
End-of-event food disposal and close-out procedures.
- Time as a public health control (TPHC) documentation completed for applicable foods?
- Leftover foods disposed or properly stored - no unsafe carry-over?
- Food waste and grease disposed per venue waste management plan?
- Violations or follow-up items identified
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Why Use This Stadium and Arena Concession Food Safety Inspection Checklist?
This stadium and arena concession food safety inspection checklist helps sports and entertainment / food service teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for concession manager / food safety officer professionals, this checklist covers 21 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per event / daily during multi-day events.
Ensures compliance with FDA Food Code 2022, Local Health Department Concession / Temporary Food Service Regulations, NFPA 96 Ventilation and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking, NSF/ANSI 18 Manual Food and Beverage Dispensing Equipment. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Stadium and Arena Concession Food Safety Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 21 inspection items across 6 sections: Temperature Controls, Concession Stand Setup and Equipment, Staff Hygiene and Training, Alcohol and Age Verification, Allergen Management, Waste and Close-Out. It is designed for sports and entertainment / food service operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per event / daily during multi-day events. Each completion takes approximately 30-40 minutes.
Who should use this Stadium and Arena Concession Food Safety Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Concession Manager / Food Safety Officer professionals in the sports and entertainment / food service 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.