Cafes often run with a small team where everyone wears several hats. Food safety still matters — display food, allergens and chilled storage all need watching — but a heavy, complex system just won’t get used.
Food safety built for small teams
Better Food Safety keeps the essentials simple: log a delivery, check the fridge, sign off the cleaning, and record the major allergens on each menu item. It takes minutes a day, on the phone already in your apron pocket.
- Daily fridge and display-case temperature checks
- A simple cleaning checklist for open and close
- Allergen tracking across every cake, sandwich and toastie
- Goods-in checks for milk, bakery and supplier deliveries
- HACCP plan and certificates stored in one place
For guidance aimed at smaller food businesses, see the FDA's retail food protection resources.
The essentials, done well
Everything a cafe needs to stay compliant — nothing it doesn’t.
Temperature checks
Quick daily readings for fridges, display cases and hot cabinets, with out-of-range alerts.
Open & close cleaning
A simple checklist for start and end of day, with signed-off records locked in.
Allergen tracking
Track major allergens across every item on your counter.
Goods-in
Log supplier deliveries with batch codes and use-by dates for recall traceability.
Plans & certificates
Keep your HACCP plan and staff food safety certificates in one place.
Inspection-ready
One click brings every record into a view your inspector will appreciate.
Frequently asked questions
Is it too complex for a small cafe?
No. Better Food Safety focuses on the essentials — temperatures, cleaning, allergens and goods-in — and takes minutes a day on a phone.
Does it handle allergens for a display counter?
Yes. The allergen matrix tracks major allergens across every dish, so staff can answer customer questions with confidence.
Can one person run it?
Absolutely. A single owner-manager can run the whole system, and invite team members as needed.
What does it cost?
There is a 30-day free trial with no card required, then simple month-to-month plans you can cancel anytime.