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Still chasing paper logs for your Food Control Plan?

Digital FCP forms and checklists for NZ hospitality teams. Every record timestamped, attributed to a staff member and verification-ready.

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At a glance

FCP record-keeping in New Zealand: the short version

Who needs a Food Control Plan?
Businesses making or selling higher-risk food under the Food Act 2014. Most food service and retail businesses use MPI's Simply Safe & Suitable template plan.
What must records show?
Records must be accurate and easy to read, and show what was done, when it was done and who did it.
How long must I keep them?
At least 4 years, and you must be able to provide them to your verifier or council when asked.
How often am I verified?
Typically every 12 months. Unacceptable outcomes can bring that to every 9, 6 or 3 months; two consecutive acceptable verifications can extend it to 18 months.

Sources: MPI – template Food Control Plans · MPI – verification frequency guidance. Always check current requirements with MPI or your council.

The solution

Save time, stay compliant, go paperless.

EasyOps is built for the realities of hospitality - mobile-first, intuitive for all staff, and aligned with NZ Food Control Plan record-keeping.

Hassle-free FCP record keeping

Temperature, cooling, sanitation, deliveries and training - pre-configured for NZ FCP and easy to adjust to match your registered plan.

Real-time alerts & mobile access

Instant notifications when a check is missed or corrective action is needed - on the floor, in the kitchen, or at the delivery door.

Verification-ready reports

Timestamped records with photos and exportable reports - pull up any date range for your verifier in seconds.

NZ-ready templates

Preloaded with NZ Food Control Plan forms - adaptable to your site operations, menu and staff roles.

Photo evidence & timestamps

Every entry is automatically stamped with the date, time and the staff member who completed it - exactly what a verifier looks for.

Corrective actions built-in

Flag an out-of-range reading and assign a corrective action instantly - tracked from raised to resolved.

See it working

Every core FCP record, digitised

The main records a Food Control Plan asks you to keep, and the EasyOps form that replaces each paper sheet. Open any example to try it.

FCP record What EasyOps captures Example
Cold storage temperatures Fridge and chiller readings, out-of-range alerts, corrective action Try it
Hot holding Hot-held food temperatures and times during service Try it
Cooling cooked food Two-stage cooling checks with start and end times Try it
Supplier deliveries Delivery temperature, packaging condition, accept or reject Try it
Cleaning Daily, weekly and monthly cleaning tasks with sign-off Try it
Thermometer calibration Probe accuracy checks and results Try it
Staff training Induction, refresher and food handler training per person Try it
Daily opening and closing Equipment, hygiene, storage and lock-up checks Try it

Every form can be configured to match your registered plan, menu and team roles.

EasyOps digital Food Control Plan temperature log on a tablet
Pre-built NZ checklists

Start fast with pre-built NZ checklists.

Ready-to-use templates aligned to Food Control Plan (FCP) record-keeping - your first checklist live in under 5 minutes.

FS

Food safety & operations

Daily cleaning & closing, temperature & cold storage, trusted supplier deliveries, maintenance & hygiene records, corrective actions with photo proof.

HR

People & training

Staff sickness reporting, training records (inductions & refreshers), role-based SOP tasks, read & acknowledge policy logs, expiry reminders.

Paper vs digital

Paper FCP records vs EasyOps

You record the same things either way. What changes is how reliably it gets done and how fast you can show it.

Paper record blanks EasyOps
Missed checks Noticed later, often at verification Alert sent when a check is overdue
Who and when Handwritten, can be illegible or missing Staff name, date and time captured automatically
Out-of-range readings Relies on staff noticing Flagged instantly with a corrective action
Evidence Ticks and signatures Photos attached to the record
Keeping records 4 years Binders to store and protect Stored in your account, exportable any time
Verification visit Hunting through folders Export any date range in seconds
Multiple sites Visit each site to check One dashboard across every location
Food safety in New Zealand

How the NZ food safety system works

A Food Control Plan (FCP) is a written plan for managing food safety day to day. Under the Food Act 2014, businesses making or selling higher-risk food operate under an FCP, based on HACCP principles and checked by verifiers from local councils or third-party agencies under guidance from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI).

  • Standards & templates: MPI sets the rules and publishes template plans, including Simply Safe & Suitable for food service and retail.
  • Registration: Most businesses register with their local council, or with MPI if they operate across several districts.
  • Verification: A verifier checks your records and practices. How often depends on your past results, so consistent records can mean fewer visits.

EasyOps gives hospitality teams digital tools to record, monitor and review their FCP records - so the checks get done every shift and the evidence is ready when the verifier arrives.

This is a general overview. Always refer to MPI and your local council for current official requirements.

Disclaimer: EasyOps is an independent software provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by MPI or any council. Templates are guidance aids and should be reviewed against your registered FCP and council verification requirements.

Built for NZ hospitality

✓ Restaurants & cafés - paperless FCP records, temperature logs, cleaning checks
✓ Food trucks - mobile checklists and photo proof on any device
✓ QSR / multi-site - brand standards, digital audits, corrective actions across locations
✓ Clubs & community kitchens - simple shared checklists for volunteer teams
FAQ

Food Control Plan questions

Does EasyOps help with Food Control Plan records?
Yes. EasyOps provides NZ-specific forms and evidence capture (timestamps, staff names, photos) to support your FCP record-keeping and verification. You can adjust every form to match your registered plan and replace paper logs.
Can I keep my Food Control Plan records digitally instead of on paper?
Yes. MPI does not require paper. Records need to be accurate, easy to read, and show what was done, when, and who did it. EasyOps captures the date, time and staff member automatically on every entry. If you are unsure, confirm with your verifier.
How long do I need to keep FCP records?
At least 4 years under MPI template Food Control Plans. Records in EasyOps stay in your account and can be exported at any time, so you can keep your own copy for the full period.
How often will my food business be verified?
Verification frequency is performance-based. Businesses on a Food Control Plan are typically verified every 12 months; unacceptable outcomes can increase this to every 9, 6 or 3 months, and two consecutive acceptable verifications can extend it to 18 months. Your council or verifier sets your frequency.
Are my records suitable for council verification?
Entries are timestamped, attributable to a named staff member, and can include photo evidence and exportable reports. Your verifier assesses compliance against your registered FCP and the Food Act 2014.
Does EasyOps work with the Simply Safe & Suitable template?
Yes. Our pre-built forms cover the core records used in MPI's Simply Safe & Suitable template, including cold storage, hot holding, cooling, deliveries, cleaning, thermometer calibration and staff training. You can tailor them to match the sections you have registered.
How long does it take to set up?
Most teams are set up in hours, starting from pre-built NZ templates that you adjust to your registered plan.
Can staff use their own phone? Do I need internet?
Staff can use any phone, tablet or computer. EasyOps runs in the browser, so there is no app to install. An internet connection is needed to complete and save records.
How much does EasyOps cost?
See current plans on our pricing page. Every plan starts with a free 15-day trial, no credit card required.

Ready to ditch the paper FCP logs?

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