Grocery and Consumables Cooler Temperature Walk

Inspection template for refrigerated grocery and consumables case walks covering temperature control, product condition, case cleanliness, and corrective action documentation for dairy, meat, frozen, and deli sections.

Inspection Details

• Store or location identified
  Enter the store number, department, or specific refrigerated area being inspected.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Record when the temperature walk was completed.
• Inspector name and signature completed
  Inspector must sign to confirm the walk was completed.

Dairy Case Temperature and Condition

• Dairy case temperature is at or below 41°F
  Measure the ambient case temperature at the product level.
• Dairy product dates and rotation are in order
  Verify oldest product is forward and expired product is removed.
• Dairy product packaging is intact and free of leaks
  Check for swollen packages, broken seals, spills, or damaged cartons.
• Dairy case is clean and free of excessive frost, condensation, or debris
  Inspect shelves, rails, drains, and door gaskets where applicable.

Meat Case Temperature and Condition

• Meat case temperature is at or below 41°F
  Measure the ambient case temperature at the product level.
• Meat product is properly wrapped, labeled, and within date
  Verify product integrity, labeling, and date control.
• No visible purge, discoloration, or spoilage observed
  Check for off-odor, discoloration, excessive purge, or other product quality concerns.
• Meat case surfaces and drains are clean and sanitary
  Inspect case surfaces, drip pans, drains, and surrounding area for cleanliness.

Frozen Case Temperature and Condition

• Frozen case temperature is at or below 0°F
  Measure the ambient frozen case temperature at the product level.
• Frozen product shows no thawing, ice crystals, or package damage
  Inspect for soft product, refrozen product, frost buildup, or damaged packaging.
• Frozen case doors, lids, and seals are functioning properly
  Verify doors close fully and gaskets or seals are intact where applicable.

Deli Case Temperature and Condition

• Deli case temperature is at or below 41°F
  Measure the ambient case temperature at the product level.
• Deli product is covered, dated, and properly rotated
  Verify product protection, date marking, and first-in-first-out rotation.
• No visible contamination, spills, or cross-contact concerns
  Check for product contamination, utensil storage issues, or cross-contact risks.
• Deli case and prep surfaces are clean and organized
  Inspect the case, sneeze guard if present, and surrounding prep surfaces for cleanliness.