Health & Safety

At Antonelli’s Cheese, we prioritize the health and safety of our customers, team members, and community. Ensuring a safe environment is essential to providing a memorable and enjoyable experience, whether you’re visiting our store, joining a tasting event, or ordering cheese to enjoy at home. Our commitment to health & safety encompasses rigorous cleaning standards, employee training, and procedures to maintain a healthy atmosphere for all.

General health and safety Operations:

  • We have all licensing, permits, and certifications required to operate a food establishment safely, and we follow suggested requirements like wearing head coverings.
  • Every team member has a Food Handler's Permit and is TABC certified.
  • Each location operates under a manager with a Food Manager Certification.
  • While not required, we wear vinyl or latex gloves when handling cheese. 
  • Every team member takes regular training on allergens, cross-contamination, knife and slicer safety, and more.
  • Note: Cheese handling does not fall under Texas Cottage Laws, meaning that individuals are not allowed to safely build cheese trays out of their homes. For the sake of all artisanal producers, please buy cheese and charcuterie prepared in health inspected facilities.
  • Have a safety concern? Please contact us so we can remedy it.

Covid-19 health and safety Response (Updated Nov 2021):

  • We monitor updates and follow guidance from the WHO, CDC, and City of Austin.
  • Team members must pass a daily health screening to attend work.
  • Due to the Delta variant, our team members are still wearing masks. We kindly ask all shoppers to wear masks. A mask and sanitizer station is set up at the storefront should you forget. Why? Quite simply, we have a small team. If we have to stay home due to exposure (or worse receive a positive case on our team), we will have no one to show up and run the store, putting our business at risk. So we're staying as safe as we can to get through the holiday season.
  • We have created a pickup window for those who do not want to go inside the shop. Simply preorder online, then pick up your order at your designated time. The pickup window is located behind the shop; go down the alley between Uncle Nicky's and Julio's. Open daily 11-7.

 More health and safety

To keep our spaces clean and welcoming, we adhere to strict sanitation protocols. All surfaces in our tasting rooms, retail areas, and kitchens are sanitized regularly, with special attention to high-touch areas. Additionally, our staff follows thorough handwashing and hygiene practices, which are reinforced by frequent training on health and safety standards. Each team member undergoes regular screenings to ensure they’re in good health when they come to work.

During our tasting events, we take extra steps to ensure every guest feels comfortable. Our seating arrangements allow for ample space, and we offer individually served items to reduce any risk of cross-contamination. We welcome any specific health or safety requests our guests may have, as your peace of mind is a top priority for us at Antonelli’s Cheese.

For those who prefer to enjoy our offerings at home, we’ve implemented safe packaging and handling practices for all deliveries. Whether it’s a cheese subscription box or a custom order, our team follows meticulous procedures to maintain product freshness and cleanliness.

Thank you for trusting Antonelli’s Cheese to prioritize your health and safety. We’re dedicated to maintaining a safe environment where everyone can enjoy cheese with confidence and peace of mind. Let us know if you have any questions about our health and safety measures—we’re always here to help!

Thank you for your support!