Food Safety

At DélicesKitchen, food safety is not an afterthought — it is built into every step of how we prepare, cook, transport, and serve our food. Here is what you can expect from us.

Our Kitchen Standards

✓All food handlers are trained in food safety and hold valid food handler certifications.
✓Our kitchen is regularly inspected and complies with Washington State Department of Health standards.
✓All surfaces, utensils, and equipment are sanitized between uses.
✓We use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw and cooked foods to prevent cross-contamination.
✓Staff wash hands thoroughly before handling food and after handling raw ingredients.

Temperature Control

✓Hot foods are kept at or above 140°F (60°C) during transport and service.
✓Cold foods are kept at or below 40°F (4°C) at all times.
✓All poultry is cooked to an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
✓Ground meats are cooked to a minimum of 160°F (71°C).
✓Fish and seafood are cooked to 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
✓Food is never left in the temperature danger zone (40°F–140°F) for more than 2 hours.

Delivery & Transport

✓All food is transported in insulated containers that maintain safe temperatures.
✓Hot catering trays are transported in heated carriers and served immediately upon arrival.
✓Cold items are kept in refrigerated coolers during transport.
✓Delivery vehicles are cleaned and sanitized regularly.
✓Drivers follow safe food handling procedures during pickup and drop-off.

Allergen Information

✓Our kitchen handles the following allergens: tree nuts, peanuts, dairy, gluten, eggs, shellfish, soy, and sesame.
✓We cannot guarantee that any dish is 100% allergen-free due to shared kitchen equipment.
✓All allergen information is listed on individual menu items where known.
✓If you have a severe allergy, please contact us before ordering so we can advise appropriately.
✓We take all allergy requests seriously and will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Storage Guidelines for Customers

✓Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of receiving your order.
✓Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
✓Most dishes can be frozen for up to 2–3 months for best quality.
✓Do not refreeze food that has already been thawed.
✓Always check that reheated food is piping hot (165°F / 74°C) throughout before eating.

Catering Event Food Safety

✓Food should be consumed within 2 hours of being set out at room temperature.
✓Chafing dishes and warming trays should keep hot foods above 140°F.
✓For outdoor events in warm weather (above 90°F), the safe window reduces to 1 hour.
✓Do not mix fresh food with food that has been sitting out.
✓Contact us if you need advice on food safety for extended events or outdoor venues.

Have a food safety concern?

We take every concern seriously. Reach out and we will respond within 24 hours.