Partnering for food safety success

Partnering for food safety success

Long-Term Technical Support for J Pao

‘Brand Reputation through Compliance’

Client: J Pao
Industry: Beansprout Grower and Packer

J. Pao & Co. Ltd, founded in 1963 by Joseph Pao, has grown from a small London garage supplier to the UK’s largest grower and processor of beansprouts. Now run by his son Andrew, the company operates a state-of-the-art facility in Park Royal, producing over 250 tonnes weekly to ensure fresh, high-quality beansprouts nationwide.

The Challenge

J Pao, a well-established bean sprout producer, faced a key transition when their technical manager left. With production expanding across multiple sites, the newly promoted quality manager and the growing and production management team needed support to maintain and develop their HACCP system.

Our Solution

Food Safety Assist provided mentoring and technical support to the new HACCP team, ensuring a smooth transition. This evolved into a long-term partnership, including:

  • Development of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS)
  • Achieving SALSA accreditation
  • Attaining BRCGS Food Standard at the Knutsford site
  • Conducting regular internal audits at Knutsford and Dunstable

The Outcome

Our ongoing support (20 years!) has enabled J Pao to:

  • Strengthen and mature their food safety systems
  • Maintain compliance across multiple sites
  • Navigate growth and regulatory changes with confidence

Looking Ahead

Food Safety Assist continues to support J Pao with internal audits and technical guidance, helping them maintain BRCGS accreditation and adapt to industry changes.

Could Your Business Benefit from Long-Term Technical Support?

Business changes – whether through expansion, staffing shifts, or legislation – can disrupt operations. Our work with J Pao shows how long-term support can reduce costs and ensure smoother transitions.
Let Food Safety Assist guide your business with expert, hands-on support. Contact us today.

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