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Food hygiene daily checklist

Food hygiene daily checklist

Stay inspection-ready with a checklist that helps your team monitor key tasks, from cleaning prep areas to checking storage and documenting staff hygiene routines.

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Food hygiene daily checklist

Stay inspection-ready with a checklist that helps your team monitor key tasks, from cleaning prep areas to checking storage and documenting staff hygiene routines.

Use this template with Lumiform

The Lumiform application helps frontline teams uphold internal standards effortlessly.
  • Customize this template or build your own
  • Fill out templates via mobile app
  • Assign and track corrective actions
  • Get reports and analyse your data
Prices start from ░░░ per month
Book a demo
Learn more
or Download template as PDF

Prevent foodborne illness incidents with the help of this food hygiene daily checklist for systematic monitoring of critical control points. Research shows that when businesses are involved in food safety issues, consumers may reduce or stop purchasing and switch to other brands.

This straightforward checklist tackles preparation surface sanitation, proper food storage temperatures, personal hygiene compliance, and more. Through daily checks, you’ll identify potential hazards before they compromise customer safety or your business reputation.

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Entity
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Food Preparation Area
Surfaces clean and sanitized
Cutting boards in good condition
Utensils clean and sanitized
Sink is clean and free of debris
Handwashing station fully stocked
Food Storage
Refrigerator temperature at or below 40°F
Freezer temperature at or below 0°F
Food stored off the floor
Food stored in sealed containers
Expiration dates checked
Personal Hygiene
Hair restrained
Clean and proper attire worn
Hands washed properly
Cuts/sores covered with bandage and glove
Eating, drinking, smoking, or chewing gum prohibited
Equipment & Facility
All equipment clean and in good repair
Floors, walls, and ceilings clean
Trash cans clean and emptied regularly
Lighting adequate and in working order
Ventilation system functioning properly
Pest Control
No signs of pest infestation
Doors and windows closed to prevent entry
Exterior doors have functioning self-closing devices
Trash and waste disposed of properly
Bait stations and traps in good condition

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I find a critical violation during my daily checklist inspection?

Address critical violations immediately—stop using affected equipment, discard potentially unsafe food, or correct staff behavior on the spot. Document both the violation and your corrective action in detail. This demonstrates your food safety system is working as intended. Follow up with staff training to prevent recurrence and consider whether your procedures need updating to address the root cause.

How can I use this checklist to prepare for official health inspections?

Use this checklist as a daily self-inspection tool, viewing your facility through an inspector’s eyes. Keep completed checklists organized and accessible to show consistent monitoring. Review recent checklists before expected inspections to identify recurring issues. This proactive approach helps you address potential violations before an official inspection and demonstrates your commitment to ongoing food safety management.

How can I ensure staff actually follow the procedures on the food hygiene daily checklist?

Involve staff in the checklist process by rotating responsibility among qualified team members and discussing findings in brief daily meetings. Make the checklist visible in work areas as a reminder of expectations. Recognize teams that consistently meet standards, and use checklist findings as teaching moments.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.