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Transparent pricing

Fixed prices.
No surprises.

Every engagement is quoted at a fixed price before work begins. You know exactly what you're paying — and what you get — before signing anything.

How it works

Three stages — start anywhere

Most clients begin with a free scoping call. Some jump straight to the site audit. A few come in with a specific program in mind. All paths lead to the same outcome: a compliant food business.

Stage 0 — Free
Initial Consultation
$0
20-minute phone or video call to understand your situation.
  • Business type & size scoped
  • Compliance risk level assessed
  • Written gap summary sent after call
  • Right package recommended
→
Stage 1 — Paid
Site Audit & Gap Report
$450
On-site visit plus written professional gap report on AMES letterhead.
  • Premises walkthrough
  • Existing FSP/HACCP reviewed
  • Temperature & records checked
  • Staff practices observed
  • Verbal debrief on the day
  • Written gap report within 48hrs
$450 credited toward any package
→
Stage 2 — Fixed price
Compliance Program
From $1,500
Full engagement — HACCP, SOPs, training, and ongoing advisory.
  • Essentials, Start-Up, or Manufacturer
  • Add-ons as required
  • Optional ongoing retainer
  • $450 audit credit applied

The $450 site audit is the most valuable $450 you'll spend before an inspector walks through your door. The gap report does the selling — you decide what to fix, and when.

Fixed-price packages

Choose the right program

All packages are fixed-price, scoped before commencement, and delivered on-site. The $450 site audit fee is credited back in full.

Essentials
Food Safety Essentials
$1,500 ex GST
Established small businesses needing documentation updated before an inspection.
What's included
  • Review of existing food safety documentation
  • Updated Food Safety Program aligned to Standard 3.2.1
  • Temperature & records log templates
  • Corrective action register
  • 1× staff briefing (up to 8 staff)
  • Pre-inspection checklist tailored to your premises
Book free scoping call
Most popular
Food Business Start-Up
$2,500 ex GST
New cafes, restaurants, catering operations, and food producers starting from scratch.
What's included
  • Full Food Safety Program development
  • HACCP plan (biological, chemical, physical hazards)
  • Critical Control Point monitoring procedures
  • SOP suite (receiving, storage, prep, service, cleaning)
  • Temperature, allergen & cleaning schedule templates
  • NSW Food Authority registration guidance
  • Food Safety Supervisor compliance check
  • 1× staff training session (up to 15 staff)
Book free scoping call
Manufacturer
Food Manufacturer Compliance
$4,500 ex GST
Processors, manufacturers, and co-packers requiring full HACCP and SOP documentation suite.
What's included
  • Full HACCP study (process flow, hazard analysis, CCP determination)
  • HACCP plan with decision trees and monitoring records
  • Prerequisite program (PRP) documentation
  • Full SOP suite (up to 10 SOPs)
  • Allergen management plan
  • Supplier approval & specification register
  • Internal audit schedule and templates
  • Corrective action & non-conformance register
  • 1× management briefing + 1× staff training session
Book free scoping call

All prices exclude GST. Exact scope confirmed during free scoping call. Travel outside Greater Sydney may attract a travel supplement — discussed upfront, never added after.

Add-on services

Bolt-on or standalone

Each of these can be added to any package, or engaged on their own without a full package commitment.

HACCP Plan Only
From $800
Standalone HACCP plan for businesses that already have a partial food safety program in place.
NSW Food Authority audit preparation
From $600
Pre-inspection mock audit, gap identification, and documentation triage for upcoming NSW Food Authority audits.
SOP Writing
$250 per SOP
Individual standard operating procedures written, reviewed, and formatted for your specific processes.
Staff Training
From $750
On-site food safety training session for up to 15 staff. Covers handling, hygiene, temperature control, and your specific procedures.
Internal Audit
From $900
Structured internal audit against your food safety program, with written findings report and corrective action list.
Allergen Review
From $500
Review of allergen management across your menu, labelling, supplier specs, and staff communication procedures.

Ongoing advisory

Monthly retainer

For businesses that want a food safety specialist on-call without the cost of a full-time hire.

Ongoing Advisory Retainer
From $800 /month
Structured monthly engagement — typically 2–4 hours of advisory time per month, with priority response and scheduled review visits.
  • Monthly documentation review
  • NSW Food Authority audit support & response
  • Regulatory update briefings (FSANZ changes, NSW Food Act)
  • Priority email & phone support
  • Quarterly on-site visit (higher tiers)
  • Staff training refresh (annual)

Retainer scope and pricing confirmed during scoping call. Monthly commitment — cancel with 30 days notice.

Pricing questions

Common questions

If your question isn't here, the free scoping call is the fastest way to get an answer.

Why fixed prices instead of hourly rates? +
Hourly billing creates uncertainty. You don't know what you'll pay until the invoice arrives, and it creates the wrong incentive — the consultant benefits from taking longer. Fixed pricing means you know your full cost before work begins, and I have every reason to work efficiently.
What happens if my scope changes mid-project? +
If the scope changes materially from what was agreed, we discuss it before I proceed. Any variation is quoted in writing first. You're never hit with a surprise invoice for work you didn't authorise.
Is the $450 site audit really credited back in full? +
Yes — in full, with no conditions attached. If you proceed with any package after the site audit, $450 is deducted from your invoice. The audit is designed to give you independent, professional advice about what you need. You're never obligated to proceed.
Do prices include GST? +
All prices shown are exclusive of GST. GST will be itemised on your invoice where applicable.
How long does a typical engagement take? +
The Essentials package typically takes 1–2 weeks from site visit to delivery. Start-Up Package 2–4 weeks. The Manufacturer Compliance package 4–6 weeks depending on complexity. Timeframes are confirmed in writing before commencement.
Do you travel outside Greater Sydney? +
Yes — I work across all of NSW. Travel outside Greater Sydney is discussed upfront and any supplement is quoted before the engagement begins. Nothing is added after the fact.
Can I start with just the site audit and decide later? +
Absolutely. The site audit and gap report is a complete standalone service. Many clients use it to understand their compliance position before deciding whether — and how — to proceed. You're never pressured to commit to a package on the day.

Not sure which package fits?

Book the free 20-minute scoping call. You'll leave with a clear picture of your compliance position and a written recommendation — no obligation.

Book free scoping call