π Food and Drug Safety Administration’s Hygiene Rating System
The hygiene rating system by the Food and Drug Safety Administration is a regulatory assessment designed to enhance the sanitation standards of restaurants. It is conducted every two years and covers 25 major franchise industries, including burgers, coffee, and chicken.
β Burger King’s Hygiene Certification Status
In the 2025 evaluation, 438 out of 484 Burger King locations nationwide received hygiene certification, achieving the highest certification rate among burger brands. This recognition highlights Burger King’s superior hygiene management compared to competitors.
ποΈ Burger King’s Hygiene Management System
π¦ Ingredient Management
- Implementation of strict ingredient selection standards
- Regular quality inspections
π₯ Enhanced Cooking Hygiene
- Adoption of state-of-the-art cooking facilities to minimize bacterial growth
- Maintaining cleanliness in cooking environments and utensils
πͺ Store Hygiene Management
- Annual microbial inspection of all stores
- Quarterly hygiene evaluations and monthly inspections of 120 locations
π Employee Hygiene Training
- Regular training programs
- Internal inspections through hygiene audits
π Food Safety Monitoring System
π Production and Distribution Center Audits
- Periodic audits conducted through NSF Korea
π¬ Ingredient Quality Inspections
- Quarterly inspections by SGS, a certified analytical institution recognized by the FDA
π’ Store Hygiene Inspections
- Continuous monitoring based on food hygiene laws and RBI hygiene standards
π Burger Kingβs Hygiene Principles
Burger King adheres to the principle that “hygiene and safety are non-negotiable core values.” The company aims to provide premium burgers that customers can enjoy with confidence by maintaining the highest hygiene standards at all times.