Food Safety Education • Compliance Readiness Systems • Consulting
Food Safety Readiness That Holds Up in the Real World
We help non- and pre-regulated food operations build the skills and literacy to stand up sound programs—evidence-based instruction on readiness fundamentals, hazard analysis, documentation, and risk understanding using publicly available information.
For teams who want clear steps, fewer gaps, and audit-ready records—without the binder theater.
For USDA-regulated plants: education & program literacy only — no regulatory advisory or representation.
Consultation is available for non-USDA-regulated operations (restaurants, retail/commissary, caterers, food trucks).
- Education-First
- Readiness Fundamentals
- Hazard Analysis Basics
- Documentation Skills
- Risk Literacy
- Non-USDA Consulting
- 15+ yrs FSIS field & policy
- Public-source referencing
Customer Value: Why Cutline Is Different
Most food-safety consulting produces paperwork designed to prove compliance—not systems that create it. Cutline builds readiness literacy and detection-based systems that surface small issues early, internally, and repeatedly—so audits don’t become your first awareness of a problem.
We build detection, not binders
Typical firms deliver templates that sit on a shelf. We build simple controls and records that match real workflow.
We teach the why, then harden the how
Readiness fundamentals first—so teams understand what matters and can sustain the system without constant rescue.
We optimize for reality, not audit day
Instead of reactive prep, we focus on repeatable routines that reduce surprises and make documentation easy because it’s built in.
What you get
- Plain-language guidance that non-technical teams can execute
- Documentation structure that stays usable under pressure
- Reduced “audit surprises” through internal discovery and correction
- A build path: Fundamentals → CRD → SPIB
- Ethical clarity: public-source education; no regulatory advisory for USDA-regulated plants
If an inspector or auditor finds something before your system does, that’s not bad luck. That’s a lagging indicator.
People
Plain-language training and checklists that help small teams learn and apply core concepts.
Processes
Document structure and recordcraft—how to organize information so it’s usable and auditable.
Product
Evidence-based thinking that supports safe, consistent outcomes without drowning teams in paperwork.
Products
Product 1 (Compliance Readiness Fundamentals) launches this weekend. Products 2 (CRD) and 3 (SPIB) are in build-out now and will release over the next 4–6 weeks. Clean rollout. No promotions or giveaways—just delivery.
Product #1 — Compliance Readiness Fundamentals
Launch: This weekend
The filter & qualifier. Aligns language and mindset so teams stop chasing audits and start building readiness.
- Readiness fundamentals in plain language
- Documentation logic that holds up under pressure
- Detection mindset (stop “audit surprises”)
Product #2 — CRD (Cutline Readiness Diagnostic)
Status: Coming soon (4–6 weeks)
A rapid diagnostic that shows where your system detects risk—and where it doesn’t.
- People / process / records gap map
- Priority risks ranked by consequence
- Action plan to close the biggest gaps
Product #3 — SPIB (System Pattern Interpretation Briefings)
Status: Coming soon (4–6 weeks)
Interpretation and leadership systems literacy—training leaders how to see patterns without crossing into consulting/fixing.
- System pattern map interpretation
- Why systems feel stable while drifting
- Federal boundary & ethical control points
Product Visuals
These are the internal diagrams that explain what the product ladder actually is. Click to enlarge.
Who We Help
How We Work
- Discovery (30 min): Clarify goals, constraints, and timelines.
- Product 1 (Fundamentals): Align language and readiness literacy.
- Product 2 (CRD): Diagnose readiness gaps across people/process/records.
- Product 3 (SPIB): Interpretation briefings for leaders—systems literacy without crossing boundaries.
About Cutline Compliance
Cutline develops educational tools and frameworks that help non- and pre-regulated operations build foundational food-safety systems. We emphasize evidence-based instruction on readiness fundamentals, hazard analysis, documentation, and risk literacy—using publicly available information. We also provide consultation services for non-USDA-regulated operations such as restaurants, retail/commissary kitchens, caterers, and food trucks.
Scope for USDA-regulated plants: Education and program literacy only. We do not perform regulatory advisory work or representation.
Jesse E. Stanley
Founder of Cutline Compliance, a food-safety education and readiness practice focused on helping non- and pre-regulated operations build foundational systems. Jesse has more than 15 years in federal inspection, program oversight, and policy support within USDA FSIS.
All educational material reflects personal views and publicly available information. Not USDA or FSIS policy.
FAQs
Do you consult with restaurants and food-service operations?
Yes. We consult with non-USDA operations (restaurants, retail / commissaries, caterers, food trucks) providing SOPs, training, and day-to-day program literacy.
Do you work with USDA-regulated plants?
We provide education and literacy support only. No regulatory advisory or representation.
Do you create HACCP plans?
We educate on readiness fundamentals and hazard analysis using public sources. Formal validation or regulatory decisions remain with your organization.
How fast can we start?
Discovery can begin this week. Product 1 launches this weekend. Products 2 and 3 release over the next 4–6 weeks.
Regulatory Resources (Public Links)
Provided for education and program literacy only. No regulatory advisory or representation. For non-FSIS-regulated operations.
FDA (Food Program)
Federal Register
Links go to official sources. Views on this site are personal and educational only.
Contact
Prefer email? hello@cutlinecompliance.com