Food Safety Policy

Handling food can be a risky business, and we need to make sure we are doing everything possible to make sure the cakes we are giving are safe.

Here are food safety standards to follow. When in doubt, don’t be afraid to ask!

1. No Nuts

   Refrain from using nuts unless requested by the recipient. We cannot guarantee that our cakes do not contain “traces of nuts”

2. Ingredients

   Check that your ingredients are of good quality, within the “use by” dates, and packages are intact. Keep raw and cooked foods separate. Don’t use chilled food that is too warm (above 40 degrees Fahrenheit). If in doubt, throw it outs. Don’t risk it!

3. Storage

   Keep all ingredients away from pets, pests, and bacteria. Store perishables such as milk, eggs, etc. at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below in your refrigerator. Don’t use food that may be contaminated. Keep finished cake refrigerated until delivery.

4. Preparing Cakes

   Always wash your hands. Keep everything clean, and keep all cakes away from debris.

5. Health

   If you or a member of your household is ill, please contact the board to have someone else prepare your cake. Email us at communitycakesidaho@gmail.com as soon as possible and we will ensure another baker can bake and deliver your cake.

6. Cake Guidelines

   For additional guidelines such as packaging and delivery guidelines please click here.

REMEMBER - Food safety is your responsibility. Useful information can be found online at: www.fsis.usda.gov