Grocery Egg and Dairy Display Walk

Inspection template for grocery egg and dairy display walks covering temperature, dating, product pulls, and product condition.

Display Temperature Control

• Display case temperature within acceptable range
  Measure the product zone temperature in the egg and dairy display case.
• Thermometer reading verified against display gauge
  Confirm the handheld thermometer reading is reasonably consistent with the case gauge or built-in display.
• Refrigeration unit running and holding temperature
  Check for normal compressor operation, airflow, and no obvious signs of temperature drift or failure.
• No visible condensation, pooling, or frost affecting product safety
  Inspect the case for condensation, standing water, or frost buildup that could affect product condition or temperature control.

Date Codes and Product Rotation

• All displayed items are within sell-by/use-by date
  Check visible date codes on eggs, milk, yogurt, cheese, cream, and other dairy items in the display.
• Expired or damaged product pulled from display
  Verify expired, leaking, swollen, cracked, or otherwise non-conforming product has been removed and segregated for disposition.
• Oldest product positioned for first sale (FIFO)
  Confirm first-in, first-out rotation is being followed on the display.
• Date code visibility is clear to customers and staff
  Ensure date codes are readable without moving product or opening sealed cases.

Product Condition and Quality

• No cracked eggs, broken shells, or leaking cartons
  Inspect egg cartons and surrounding product for cracks, breakage, or leakage.
• No swollen, leaking, moldy, or off-odor dairy products on display
  Check for visible spoilage indicators including swelling, leakage, mold, or abnormal odor.
• Packaging intact and product labels readable
  Confirm packaging is sealed or intact and product labels are legible, including brand, product name, and date code.
• No cross-contamination or product contact with non-food items
  Verify dairy and egg products are not stored or displayed in contact with chemicals, cardboard debris, or other non-food items.

Display Cleanliness and Organization

• Display shelves, rails, and pans are clean
  Check for spills, residue, crumbs, or other soil on display surfaces.
• Product is neatly faced and not overcrowded
  Verify items are front-faced, organized, and not stacked in a way that blocks airflow or damages packaging.
• No obstructions to airflow or case vents
  Ensure product placement does not block evaporator discharge, return air, or case vents.