Compliance & Safety
Food safety certification, permits, insurance guides, and compliance checklists for restaurant operations.
14 free resources
Tools & Templates
ServSafe Practice Test
Quiz yourself on food safety questions before the real exam.
Restaurant SOP Template
Standard operating procedures by department: kitchen, FOH, bar, cleaning.
Health Inspection Checklist
51-item self-inspection scored by FDA Food Code priority, with a readiness score.
Food Allergy Chart
Editable Big 9 allergen matrix with cross-contact cells and a safe-item filter.
Food Temperature Log Template
Equipment, cooking, and cooling temp logs with FDA Food Code limits that auto-flag.
HACCP Plan Template
Guided 7-principle HACCP plan builder with a filled-in sous vide cook-chill example.
Guides & Articles
Restaurant Insurance: Types, Cost & What You Need
Coverage types, average costs, and how to choose the right policy.
How to Get a Liquor License
State-by-state requirements, costs, timeline, and license types.
Food Truck Permits: State-by-State Guide
Permit requirements, costs, and application process by state.
Restaurant Fire Suppression System
System types, code requirements, inspection schedules, and costs.
Dram Shop Liability
What it is, state laws, and how to protect your restaurant.
How to Pass a Health Inspection
What inspectors check stop by stop, the costliest violations, and a 7-day prep plan.
Restaurant Permits & Licenses Needed
All 17 restaurant permits with issuer, cost, timeline, apply order, and a Chicago cost roll-up.