6 steps for better health department inspections

Many restaurant owners cringe at the thought of a surprise inspection. The stress of a bad review could really be bad for business, causing less customers, reducing your income. This article gives you six steps to stay prepared to pass that inspection.

Key Takeaways:

• For most commercial kitchen owners and operators, a health department inspection may cause stress and anxiety.
• It may be tempting for commercial kitchens to delay repairs or ignore minor health violations, but a poor report can lead to high repair costs and thousands of dollars in lost sales.
• To be ready, educate yourself on policies and previous inspection reports. Consider doing weekly test-inspection to identify potential issues.

“By stepping into a health inspector’s shoes, a restaurant owner can prevent potential inspection violations before they happen.”

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