Seasons Are Changing—Is Your Food Plan Keeping Up?

Is your food plan up-to-date?

The weather’s shifting, and so should your food safety game. Seasonal changes bring new menus, different ingredients, and maybe even a fresh piece of equipment or two. Now’s the perfect time to take control of your tasks, clean up what you don’t need, and make sure everything’s running like a well-oiled machine (literally).

Check your tasks—do they actually make sense?

Your food plan recording requirements aren’t just there for fun—they’re the backbone of keeping your kitchen safe and compliant. So, take a minute (or an hour, let’s be real) and go through your tasks.

• Got everything you need?
• Still holding onto stuff that’s no longer relevant?
• Need to add new checks for new menu items or equipment?

If your task list looks like a messy storage room, it’s time to declutter.

Check your equipment and talk to your suppliers—they know their stuff

When’s the last time you checked in with your suppliers about maintenance? You might think your grease trap is fine for another month, but they could recommend a different cleaning schedule based on your usage.

Same goes for fridges, ovens, and anything else that keeps your kitchen running. A quick chat could save you a massive headache (and some serious $$$) down the track.

Remember, it’s your kitchen—you’ve got the power! Stay on top of your tasks, update your tasks within the dashboard if needed, and keep maintenance in check. A smooth food control plan starts with you!

Not sure how to set up and edit tasks?

Don’t sweat it. Our app is based on the Simply Safe & Suitable guidelines, so it has your back. If you’re unsure how to structure your food safety tasks or you don't know what applies to you, take a step back and refer to the guidelines.

• Go to your dashboard
• Under your plan set up on the left-hand side, you'll need to:
  - Review your list of tasks
  - Check all of the methods are correct
  - Edit any methods or tasks if needed
  - Archive any tasks you don't need
• What you change in the dashboard will affect what is shown in your app - e.g. removed a cleaning task? This will no longer show in your app. Added a new fridge? This will now show in the app.

Bottom line? Stay ahead of the game. Review, update, and own your food safety tasks before the season catches you off guard. Your future self (and your kitchen) will thank you.