Template for internal controls: Temperature control in the hot kitchen: Template for safe food preparation

One correct heating of food is crucial to Food safety in restaurants, commercial kitchens & catering to ensure. Our free template supports you in To systematically check and document core and heating temperatures and comply with legal requirements.

Why is heat control important?

✅Safe food – Heating kills dangerous bacteria and pathogens such as salmonella or listeria.
✅ Maintain hygiene standards– Meets the requirements of regulatory heating control.
✅ Avoiding problems – Proves that food was heated properly.
✅ Legal security– Proof of regular temperature checks protects against official inspections.

How to use the heating control template

1️⃣ Download template – Click on the button to PDF template for heating control in the warm kitchen to open and save.
2️⃣ Measuring temperatures – Check the Core temperatures according to the specifications:
📌 80 °C for at least 3 minutes or 70 °C for at least 10 minutes
3️⃣ Document & take action – Enter the measured values and document necessary corrective measuresif temperatures have fallen below the set value (e.g. Reheating or disposing of food).

Instructions for using the heating control template:

📌 The template contains fields for the Company stamp, the product, measured temperatures & measures in case of deviations.
📌 Carry out regular checks – Monthly or as needed, e.g. new recipes or device changes.
📌 If you have any questions: elearning@praxistrainings-lms.de