NE Food Safety

NE Food Safety specializes in comprehensive food safety consulting for restaurants, food processors, healthcare facilities, and institutional kitchens throughout southern Maine. Our certified consultants bring over 15 years of experience in HACCP implementation, FDA compliance, and Maine state food safety regulations. We understand the unique challenges facing Maine's food service industry, from seasonal seafood operations to year-round dining establishments. Our approach combines regulatory expertise with practical kitchen operations knowledge. We don't just identify problems – we work alongside your team to implement solutions that fit your workflow and budget. Whether you're opening a new restaurant, expanding an existing operation, or need help passing a health department inspection, we provide the guidance you need to maintain the highest food safety standards.

Our food safety services begin with comprehensive facility assessments covering everything from receiving and storage to preparation and service areas. We conduct detailed HACCP plan development and implementation, ensuring your critical control points are properly identified and monitored. Our team provides thorough staff training on safe food handling, temperature control, and sanitation procedures. We offer ongoing consultation services including quarterly safety audits, menu analysis for food safety risks, and supplier verification programs. When health department inspections arise, we can accompany you or help prepare your team in advance. Our documentation services ensure you maintain proper records for temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and employee training. We also specialize in helping facilities recover from foodborne illness incidents through corrective action planning and reputation management support.

Your food safety consultation starts with a detailed phone interview about your operation, menu, and current procedures. We schedule an on-site assessment within 3-5 business days, during which we observe your food handling practices, review documentation, and identify potential risk areas. Following our assessment, you'll receive a comprehensive report within one week detailing our findings and prioritized recommendations. We work with you to develop an implementation schedule that minimizes disruption to your operations. Our ongoing support includes follow-up visits, documentation review, and staff retraining as needed to ensure your food safety program remains effective.

We serve food establishments throughout Cumberland and York counties in Maine. Our coverage area extends from Kittery north to Brunswick and includes all communities in between. We regularly work with clients in Scarborough, Portland, Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, and Kennebunk. We also provide services to seasonal operations along Maine's coast and can accommodate emergency consultations anywhere in southern Maine within 24 hours.