# Care home kitchen compliance software Canonical: https://paddl-ai.co/industries/care-homes Last reviewed: 2026-09-11 by the Paddl team Food safety, HACCP, allergen management, and CQC-ready documentation for care homes. Protect vulnerable residents with digital compliance that inspectors trust. ## In one sentence Paddl is food safety and compliance software for UK care home kitchens: HACCP and SFBB, allergen and texture-modified diet records per resident, temperature and cleaning checks, training, COSHH and the evidence CQC and the EHO ask for, on one price per home. Care homes serve the most vulnerable. Paddl helps you maintain exceptional food safety standards, manage complex dietary needs, and stay ready for both EHO and CQC inspections. ## Care Home Challenges **Vulnerable population accountability** Residents with dementia, dysphagia, and multiple health conditions need texture-modified diets and strict allergen controls. One mistake can be life-threatening. **Dual inspection pressure** CQC inspectors examine nutrition and hydration alongside food safety. EHO inspectors assess hygiene. You need documentation that satisfies both. **Complex dietary requirements** Pureed, fortified, diabetic-friendly, allergen-free - each resident may have unique dietary needs that change over time. Keeping track on paper is a risk. **Staff turnover in social care** Social care has some of the highest turnover rates in the UK. New kitchen staff need to understand resident-specific requirements quickly and accurately. ## Purpose-built for care home kitchens Paddl understands that care home catering is about more than food safety - it's about dignity, nutrition, and protecting the people who depend on you most. - **HACCP Plans for Care Settings**: AI-generated HACCP plans covering care-specific hazards including texture modification, reheating protocols, and supplement preparation. CQC and EHO aligned. - **Resident Allergen Tracking**: Track all 14 UK allergens per resident and per menu item. Visual allergen charts for kitchen staff ensure the right meal reaches the right person every time. - **SFBB Pack Management**: Digital Safer Food Better Business packs tailored for residential care settings. Auto-generated, always up to date, instantly available for inspections. - **Temperature Monitoring**: Digital fridge, freezer, and hot-holding temperature logs with automatic alerts when readings fall outside safe ranges. Full audit trail for inspectors. - **Staff Training Hub**: Structured onboarding for new kitchen staff covering food hygiene, allergen awareness, and resident dietary requirements. Track certifications and expiry dates. - **Equipment Maintenance**: Schedule and track servicing for kitchen equipment. Prevent breakdowns that could disrupt meal service for residents who depend on consistent routines. - **Risk Assessments**: AI-generated risk assessments for kitchen operations, COSHH chemicals, and fire safety. Automatic review scheduling and digital sign-offs. - **Daily Routines & Checklists**: Opening checks, meal service routines, cleaning schedules, and closing procedures. Staff complete on mobile with timestamped evidence. ## What care homes get from Paddl - Faster inspection preparation - Dietary requirements tracked - Less time each week on paperwork ## Related - [Compliance Management](https://paddl-ai.co/features/compliance) - [Allergen Management](https://paddl-ai.co/features/allergens) - [SFBB Packs](https://paddl-ai.co/features/sfbb) - [HACCP Plans](https://paddl-ai.co/features/haccp) - [Equipment Tracking](https://paddl-ai.co/features/equipment) - [Team Management](https://paddl-ai.co/features/team) - [Risk Assessments](https://paddl-ai.co/features/risk-assessments) - [Daily Routines](https://paddl-ai.co/features/routines) - [Documents](https://paddl-ai.co/features/documents) - [Best Food Safety Software UK (2026): Prices Compared](https://paddl-ai.co/best/best-food-safety-management-software) - [Citation vs Paddl](https://paddl-ai.co/compare/citation) ## Questions **What food safety documentation do care homes need in the UK?** UK care homes need HACCP plans, SFBB documentation, temperature monitoring records, cleaning schedules, allergen management records, staff training logs, and equipment maintenance records. CQC also inspects nutrition and hydration standards. Paddl manages all of these digitally in one platform. **How does Paddl help with CQC food safety compliance?** CQC inspects under Regulation 14 (Meeting Nutritional and Hydration Needs). Paddl provides digital records of dietary requirement tracking, meal temperature monitoring, allergen management, and staff food safety training - all instantly accessible during inspections. **Can Paddl manage different dietary requirements for each resident?** Yes. Paddl tracks allergens, texture modifications, nutritional requirements, and dietary preferences per individual. Kitchen staff see clear, visual information for every meal service ensuring the right food reaches the right resident. **How quickly can new kitchen staff get up to speed with Paddl?** New staff typically complete onboarding within a few hours. Role-based training paths cover food hygiene essentials, allergen protocols, and resident dietary requirements. Mobile-first design means they can learn while working.