Be inspection-ready every single day
Paddl is compliance management software for UK hospitality that digitises food safety records, tracks certificates, and ensures you pass every EHO inspection. Replace paper records with digital logs featuring timestamps, staff signatures, and complete audit trails. Automatic expiry alerts ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
Compliance shouldn't keep you up at night
Most hospitality operators know these problems all too well
Paper records nightmare
Filing cabinets full of temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and certificates. Without food compliance software, finding what you need during an EHO inspection is stressful and time-consuming.
Missed expiry dates
Certificates expire, training lapses, and equipment servicing gets forgotten. Most restaurant compliance software catches these automatically, but paper systems rely on someone remembering.
Inconsistent record keeping
Different staff, different standards. Some shifts have perfect records, others have gaps. A food safety app ensures every check is completed the same way, every time.
Multi-site blind spots
Managing hospitality compliance across multiple locations means relying on managers to stay on top of everything. One weak link can mean serious problems at your next EHO inspection.
Compliance management that works the way you do
Paddl replaces paper records with a digital system designed for busy hospitality environments. Staff complete checks on their phones, everything is logged automatically, and you can prove compliance at a moment's notice.
Digital Food Safety Records
Replace paper logs with digital food safety records that can't be lost or damaged. Temperature checks, cleaning schedules, delivery logs, and food labeling compliance all captured with timestamps and staff signatures.
Certificate Management
Upload and track all your certificates in one place. Gas safety, PAT testing, food hygiene ratings, and pest control, with automatic expiry alerts so nothing slips.
HACCP Plans & CCP Monitoring
AI-generated HACCP plans covering all 7 principles, with live CCP monitoring linked to your daily routines. Auto corrective actions when critical limits are breached.
Complete Audit Trail
Every record is timestamped and attributed to a staff member. When inspectors ask "who checked this and when?", you'll have the answer instantly.
Automated Reminders
Never miss a deadline. Get alerts before certificates expire, when training needs renewal, or when equipment servicing is due.
EHO Preparation Dashboard
Live mobile dashboard showing RAG status across all compliance areas: SFBB, temperatures, cleaning, training, risk assessments, and pest control. Be ready for any inspection.
Compliance Calendar
Visual month view of all deadlines, renewals, and inspections across your business. Spot clusters of due dates and plan ahead.
Multi-Site Dashboard
See compliance status across all your locations at a glance. Identify which sites need attention and drill down into the details.
What our customers achieve
Real improvements from hospitality businesses using Paddl
How teams use compliance management
Daily Temperature Monitoring
Staff record fridge, freezer, and hot-holding temperatures on their phones. Out-of-range readings trigger immediate alerts so you can act fast.
Supplier Delivery Checks
Log deliveries with photos, temperatures, and condition notes. Create a complete record of your supply chain for traceability.
Cleaning Schedule Compliance
Digital cleaning checklists with photo evidence. Know exactly when deep cleans happened and who signed off.
Allergen Management
Document allergen information, staff training, and customer communication protocols. Demonstrate due diligence under Natasha's Law and the Food Information Regulations 2014.
EHO Inspection Preparation
View your compliance status across all areas with RAG scoring. When the inspector arrives, pull up any record in seconds from your phone or tablet. One-click audit packs compile everything they need.
Staff Training Compliance
Track food hygiene certificates, allergen training completions, and staff inductions. Get alerts 30 days before certificates expire so you are never caught out during an inspection.
Multi-Site Compliance Dashboard
See compliance scores across all your locations in one view. Identify which sites need attention without visiting each one. Compare performance between locations and spot trends.
Document & Certificate Management
Upload gas safety certificates, PAT test results, insurance documents, and pest control contracts. AI extracts key dates and sets automatic renewal reminders before anything expires.
Need a full HACCP plan?
Go beyond checklists with AI-generated HACCP plans that cover all 7 principles. CCPs linked to live routine data, automatic corrective actions, and one-click EHO export. Replace expensive consultants in 15 minutes.
How Paddl compares
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Frequently asked questions
What food safety records do UK restaurants need to keep?
UK food businesses must maintain records of temperature checks (fridges, freezers, hot holding), cleaning schedules, staff training, supplier deliveries, and HACCP/SFBB documentation. Paddl digitises all these records with timestamps and staff signatures, creating a complete audit trail for EHO inspections.
How do I prepare for an EHO inspection?
Preparation involves ensuring your food safety records are complete and accessible, certificates are current, staff training is documented, and your premises meet hygiene standards. Paddl provides an EHO preparation dashboard showing RAG status across all compliance areas so you know exactly what needs attention.
What certificates need tracking in a hospitality business?
Common certificates include gas safety, PAT testing, food hygiene ratings, pest control contracts, fire safety, and staff food safety training. Paddl tracks all certificates with automatic expiry alerts so you never face an inspection with expired documentation.
How long should food safety records be kept?
UK food businesses should retain food safety records for at least 3 years. Digital records in Paddl are automatically stored and easily searchable, eliminating the need for physical filing and ensuring records are always accessible when needed.
Can compliance software reduce EHO inspection scores?
Yes. Businesses using digital compliance management typically achieve higher food hygiene ratings because records are complete, consistent, and immediately accessible. Paddl customers report an average 23% improvement in inspection scores.
What is the best food safety software for UK restaurants?
The best food safety software for UK restaurants covers HACCP, SFBB, allergen management, temperature monitoring, cleaning schedules, and staff training in one platform. It should be mobile-first (staff use it on the floor), generate EHO-ready audit packs, and cost a predictable monthly fee. Paddl covers all of these from £69 per location per month with no hidden modules.
How much does food safety management software cost?
Food safety compliance software in the UK typically costs between £30 and £200 per location per month, depending on features. Some charge per user or per module, which makes costs unpredictable. Paddl charges a flat £69 per location per month with all features included and no per-user fees.
What should EHO inspection software include?
EHO inspection software should produce audit-ready documentation covering temperature records, cleaning schedules, HACCP/SFBB plans, allergen information, staff training records, and corrective action logs. It should let you retrieve any record within seconds during an inspection. Paddl provides a dedicated EHO preparation dashboard showing RAG status across all compliance areas for hospitality businesses in the UK.
What is the difference between SFBB and HACCP software?
SFBB (Safer Food Better Business) is a simplified food safety system designed by the FSA for smaller businesses. HACCP is a more detailed international framework. Paddl supports both: it generates digital SFBB packs for smaller operations and full HACCP plans with CCP monitoring for larger ones. Your EHO will advise which is appropriate for your business size and complexity.
Can I use food safety software on my phone?
Yes. Paddl is a mobile-first food safety app designed for use during busy service. Staff complete temperature checks, cleaning logs, and delivery records directly on their phone or tablet. The app works offline in areas with poor signal like basements and walk-in freezers, and syncs automatically when reconnected.
How quickly can I set up food safety compliance software?
Most businesses are fully operational on Paddl within a day. The AI onboarding process builds your compliance profile in about 10 minutes, generates your SFBB or HACCP plan, and creates your first set of daily routines. Staff can start completing checks immediately from the mobile app.
Does digital food safety software satisfy EHO inspectors?
Yes. EHO inspectors accept digital records and many prefer them because they are timestamped, cannot be backdated, and are immediately accessible. Paddl produces one-click audit packs that compile all your records into a format inspectors can review quickly during their visit.
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