Hot Hold Line Daily Temperature Log

Hot-holding equipment daily temperature log per FDA Food Code §3-501.16. Verifies steam tables, warming drawers, hot wells maintain ≥135°F.

Inspection Details

• Inspection date
• Shift
• Inspector name
• Location / station

Hot-Holding Equipment Checks

• Steam table temperature
• Warming drawer temperature
• Hot well temperature
• All hot-holding units are holding food at or above 135°F

Equipment Condition and Operation

• Lids, covers, or sneeze guards in place as applicable
• Equipment is clean and free of visible debris or residue
• Heating elements and controls operating normally
• No signs of malfunction, overheating, or unsafe condition

Corrective Actions

• Any unit below 135°F was identified and removed from service or corrected immediately
• Corrective action description
• Recheck temperature after corrective action