Audit experts that elevate your standards.
Audit experts
that elevate
your standards.
Trusted Specialists in Hotel Brand Standard Audits, Food Safety Compliance, and F&B Consultancy
With over 20 years of hospitality experience, Audit & Co delivers hotel brand standards audits, food safety advisory, and strategic food & beverage consultancy, supporting businesses to elevate standards, strengthen consistency, and deliver exceptional guest experiences through practical, audit-ready solutions.
Committed to excellence in every audit.
+100
Audits completed across APAC
We support businesses in Australia and Asia Pacific to improve quality, meet regulations, and stand out in their industry.
Our Services
Hotel Brand Standard
Audits
Our auditors bring extensive hotel leadership experience across global hospitality, worked with LQA and Forbes Travel Guide standards, to assess service, brand standards, and operations against international benchmarks.We evaluate:
- Arrival and guest experience assessment
- Housekeeping and room condition review
- Brand promise & corporate initiatives
- Service delivery consistency
- Facility and maintenance standards
- Compliance and operational alignment
- Tailored, actionable recommendations
Certified Third-Party Food Safety Auditors
We are Exemplar Global Certified (C-53202) and approved by Queensland Health and the Victorian Department of Health to deliver independent third-party food safety audits under the Food Act 2006 (QLD Approval No. FSA/349 & Victoria Auditor No. 00026158). Our audits go beyond compliance, we assess your systems, identify risks, and deliver tailored recommendations to strengthen your operations and maintain consistent, high-level food safety performance.
- Hotels
- Restaurants
- Food processors
- Distributors and suppliers
- Child care centres and schools
- Aged care
- Food manufacturers
- Hospitals
- Function and catering sites
Strategic Food & Beverage Consultancy
With experience across international hotels, hatted restaurants, and World's 50 Best bars, we deliver:
- P&L management to ensure F&B profitability
- Strategic partnerships with renowned chefs and mixologists
- Marketing calendar development to drive revenue, profitability, and reputation within the market
- Bespoke concept creation to build reputation and market positioning
- Menu development in collaboration with artisan suppliers and producers to support local communities
We assess:
- Service excellence
- Personalisation and guest experience
- Attention to detail
- Anticipation of guest needs
Food Safety Advice, Programs & Training
Staying compliant with Australian food regulations can be complex but we make it easy. Our expert team supports:
- Customised Food Safety Programs & HACCP Plans
- Implementation of Food Control Plans, National & Risk Management Programs
- On-site or virtual staff training
- Ongoing compliance advice and documentation support
faqs
What certifications does Audit & Co hold for food safety audits?
Yes. Audit & Co is certified by Queensland Health and the Victorian Department of Health to conduct independent third-party food safety audits under the Food Act 2006 (Approval No. FSA/349). In addition, our auditors are formally trained in food science, giving us the expertise to assess operations with both regulatory and scientific rigor.
Which industries and business types do you audit?
Audit & Co works with a wide range of businesses across the food and hospitality sectors. This includes hotels, restaurants, food manufacturers and processors, distributors and suppliers, childcare and aged care facilities, hospitals, and function and catering venues. Whether you operate a single-site venue or a multi-location brand, our audits are tailored to meet your compliance, operational, and brand standard needs.
How should I prepare for a food safety audit?
To prepare for a food safety audit, ensure your Food Safety Program is current and all records are up to date, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, pest control reports, and supplier documentation. Staff should be trained and aware of their responsibilities under your food safety system. Audit & Co also provides a pre-audit checklist to guide you through the process, helping you identify gaps before the audit and ensuring a smooth, efficient assessment.
What is a hotel brand standard audit and how does it work?
A hotel brand standard audit is a discreet, third-party evaluations of your service, facility, and guest experience. Our certified auditors visit your venue—either anonymously or openly—to assess performance against your brand standards, regulatory requirements, and Forbes Travel Guide or LQA benchmarks. The audit identifies strengths and areas for improvement, helping you deliver a consistent guest experience and maintain your brand reputation.
Who conducts the audits and what qualifications do they hold?
All audits are conducted by qualified, certified auditors approved by Queensland Health and the Victorian Department of Health. Our team includes professionals trained in HACCP, food science, LQA, and Forbes Travel Guide standards, bringing both regulatory expertise and hotel brand standard insight to every assessment. Each auditor is experienced in evaluating service, operations, and compliance across hotels, restaurants, food manufacturers, and other foodservice businesses.
How often should I schedule audits for compliance and brand standards?
The frequency of audits depends on your business type and local regulatory requirements. Most licensed food businesses are required to undergo a food safety audit at least once every 12 months under the Food Act 2006. In some cases, councils may require audits every six months for higher-risk operations. For hotel brand standard audits, we recommend annual or biannual assessments to maintain consistent service quality, compliance, and guest experience. Multi-location or high-volume operations may benefit from more frequent audits to ensure standards are upheld across all sites.
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Trusted by leading brands
What our clients say
Audit & Co delivered a thorough brand standards audit across our sixty property hotel operation. Their practical approach helped us identify inconsistencies, improve compliance and strengthen the guest experience. The recommendations were clear, commercially realistic and easy for our operational teams to implement.
Director of Quality, International Hotel Group, ANZ
We engaged Audit & Co to review brand performance across our hotel group in Indonesia. Their team demonstrated a strong understanding of international hotel standards while remaining sensitive to local market conditions. The audit gave us a clear roadmap for improving brand consistency, service delivery and operational performance.
Director of Operations, Bali Hotel Group
The international hotel kitchen audit was detailed, professional and highly constructive. Audit & Co assessed food safety, hygiene, production processes, storage and team practices against recognised standards. Their findings helped us reduce risk, improve consistency and create a stronger culture of accountability.
Executive Chef, International Hotel Brand
Audit & Co conducted a comprehensive audit of our childcare operations with professionalism and care. They clearly understood the importance of safeguarding, compliance, hygiene and everyday service quality. Their recommendations were practical, clearly prioritised and focused on achieving better outcomes for children, families and staff.
Centre Director, Child Care
Audit & Co approached our aged care audit with expertise, respect and a genuine understanding of resident wellbeing. Their review helped us identify opportunities to strengthen compliance, food service, safety and operational standards. The final report gave our leadership team clear, achievable actions for continuous improvement.
Director, Aged Care