Seattle Food Safety Consultant

Hands-On Food Safety Consulting for Seattle Manufacturers.

From Ballard to SoDo, Georgetown, and South Lake Union, food businesses in Seattle face strict expectations from regulators, retailers, and customers. The FoodReady AI team is your Food Safety Consultant dedicated to building systems that actually work on the floor and stand up during audits.

We specialize in HACCP and FSMA Preventive Controls plans, GMP and prerequisite programs, clear documentation, and realistic mock audits. Our team supports all major certifications—HACCP, SQF, GMP, FSMA, USDA, and GFSI-aligned standards. Unlike training firms, we don’t just lecture—we partner with you to implement practical, done-with-you solutions. That’s the FoodReady difference in Food Safety Consulting in Seattle.

Leading Companies Trust FoodReady

Engage with an expedient process that is more than traditional consulting. Supported by a unique combination of veteran food safety experts and software intelligence, we get your Food Safety / HACCP programs ready to stay ready for any GFSI, BRC, SQF, or Retail Audit, in addition to State, USDA, or FDA inspections.

Hear It From Real People

See how FoodReady’s Food Safety Plans and Management Solutions has positively impacted and helped hundreds of businesses just like yours.

“The people at FoodReady are excellent to work with and care to get involved with your company and make it as best as it can be. FoodReady staff also helped provide training to our QA team.”

“We like the customizable options and ease of use. The support that comes with it. We would not have been able to pass our audit without the support staff of FoodReady.”

“Peace of mind, safety, and accountability. With all of these things and the FoodReady team (especially Dustin!), we felt confident and ready for the USDA and about our product safety.”

Food Safety Consulting Led by Top Experts

Dave Seddon, FoodReady’s Chief Food Safety Officer, leads the consultant team. With 500+ SQF and GMP audits completed and recognition as an SQF Auditor of the Year finalist, Dave brings unmatched insight to your program. He knows precisely what auditors look for because he’s been on the other side of the table. That’s why our food safety consultants in Seattle create systems your team can run daily while ensuring they meet audit standards. Practical, credible, and proven.

Tailored Food Safety Consulting
for Seattle Food Businesses

Seattle’s food industry is diverse, from coffee roasters in Capitol Hill to seafood processors near Fisherman’s Terminal to co-packers in Kent and Tukwila. We tailor our consulting to your specific products, people, and processes. Our services include GMP, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, Preventive Maintenance Programs, Pest Control and Supplier Approval, and Traceability and Recall Readiness. We align your programs with major standards: HACCP, SQF, GMP, GFSI schemes, FSMA Preventive Controls, FSMA 204 Traceability, and USDA compliance. With FoodReady, your Seattle Food Safety Consulting services aren’t just a stack of binders–they’re integrated systems designed for smooth audits and daily operations.

Audit-Ready Systems Built for Real Operations

Our goal is simple: help Seattle facilities pass audits and operate efficiently and safely after the audit.

With FoodReady AI, you get:

Consistent product safety and quality
Programs aligned with certification standards and regulations
Lower risk of non-compliance, recalls, and audit findings
Stronger hazard control across production flows
Documentation and records designed for credibility and speed
Faster customer approvals with documentation that meets expectations at Walmart, Costco, Target, and Whole Foods

More Than Paperwork: Ongoing Compliance Made Easy

Food safety requires daily readiness, not just passing an audit. We work with operations, QA, and management to integrate systems into your workflow. FoodReady’s digital tools support this with mobile floor checks, checklist management, version-controlled documents, environmental monitoring, and full traceability from supplier to product. Our food safety consultants in Seattle make compliance efficient and practical.

How Can Our AI Food Safety Management Software Help You?

Our AI-Powered Food Safety Management System is more than just a compliance tool – it’s an intelligent system designed to streamline and strengthen your food safety and operational processes. The AI gives you great suggestions, and it’s all built-in with food safety smart tips from experts tailored for different kinds of food industries.

Rapid AI HACCP Plan Creation

FoodReady’s AI HACCP Builder offers pre-built templates, cutting HACCP plan development from hours to minutes.

AI-Generated SOPs & Checklists

FoodReady’s AI Assistant creates and automates SOPs and checklists, detecting missed tasks and ensuring protocol compliance

Unified Batch & Inventory Management

Our AI Assistant offers real-time tracking of production, inventory, and costs, enhancing efficiency and reducing compliance problems

Complete Traceability & Recall Readiness

FoodReady’s AI provides full traceability by linking ingredients to final products, facilitating rapid recalls and efficient audits

Automated Supplier Compliance

Reduce manual effort and increase transparency with AI-powered automatic management and updates of supplier documents

Live Monitoring & Instant Alerts

AI-powered dashboards offer real-time KPI monitoring and safety incident alerts for timely intervention.

Your Certification Journey in Seattle

Here’s how we help our Seattle clients achieve certification success:

Gap Assessment

We conduct a facility walkthrough (on-site or virtual), reviewing flows, zoning, controls, and documentation. Deliverable: a clear action plan with critical-path fixes prioritized for fastest results.

Food Safety Document Development

We build your HACCP and FSMA Preventive Control plans, SOPs, PRPs, and supporting programs. Key areas include Allergen Control, Supplier Approval, and Recall/Traceability systems. All forms and logs are version-controlled and designed to satisfy auditors.

Environmental Monitoring
Program

We design a complete program for RTE and high-risk facilities: zone mapping, swab schedules, and pathogen testing strategies. Our digital system makes scheduling and trending effortless.

We Can Help You Develop Your
Food Safety Documentation

Our Team Members

We will deliver the best job with the best team.

Dave Seddon MBA RDN LDN, is a co-founder of FoodReady and has conducted over 500 GFSI audits across the United States.

Luke has extensive SQF, BRC, USDA, and FSQA leadership experience at multiple large food manufacturers.

Denice is a HACCP, PCQI, GFSI SQF Practitioner/Internal Auditor with a strong background in food manufacturing.

Maggie is a certified food safety consultant and SQF practitioner.

Sam, a lean six sigma black belt, has been a Plant Manager and also a sanitation expert at several large food companies.

Danielle has worked as QA Director at several large companies including Bolthouse Farms, Bumblee Tuna, Chiquita Banana and is a GFSI and FSMA expert.

Seattle Food Safety Consulting

Here are a few of the most frequently asked questions by our valuable customers related to Seattle Food Safety Consulting Services

Do you offer food safety consulting across Seattle and nearby areas?

Yes! Our team provides on-site and hybrid food safety consulting across Seattle’s key industrial areas, including Ballard, SoDo, Georgetown, Capitol Hill, South Lake Union, and the Kent and Tukwila zones. If your operation is in Greater Seattle, we can support you directly.

Which certifications do you help with?

We support HACCP, SQF, GMP, GFSI schemes, FSMA Preventive Controls, FSMA 204, and USDA compliance. Our focus is on consulting and implementation, but not training.

How quickly can we be ready for an audit?

Many Seattle facilities reach readiness within 30-90 days, depending on their starting point. We focus on high-impact fixes first.

We failed a previous audit—can you help us recover?

Absolutely. We analyze findings, fix root causes, and run mock audits to prepare you for re-certification.

Will you attend the certification audit?

Yes. We provide full audit-day support, including document room management, evidence prep, and coaching for your staff.

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