OUR STORY

About Us

Dedicated to protecting your business and customers through comprehensive food safety expertise and personalized solutions.

WHO WE ARE

Our Story

Pax Food Safety Consulting was founded in 2002 with a simple but powerful mission: to help food businesses achieve and maintain food safety excellence through practical, effective, and personalized solutions.

With over 25 years of hands-on experience in the food industry, we've worked across every sector – from small local restaurants to large-scale food processing and packaging facilities. We've seen firsthand the challenges businesses face in navigating complex regulations while maintaining operational efficiency.

What sets us apart is our commitment to being more than just consultants. We become partners in your success, working alongside your team to build personalized and sustainable food safety programs that protect your customers, your reputation, and your bottom line.

Today, we're proud to serve over 60 businesses across Ohio, Kentucky, and across the country while maintaining a 100% compliance rate and helping our clients achieve their food safety goals with confidence.

Brian Paxton - Founder of Pax Food Safety Consulting
25+
Years of dedicated food safety expertise
Founder
Brian Paxton
MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Pay it Forward

As a parent of a 20-year-old daughter with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, I am deeply committed to making a positive impact. When you choose Pax Food Safety, I pledge to donate 10% of my earnings to CURE International, a charitable organization close to my family's heart. CURE International transforms the lives of children with treatable disabilities worldwide, providing essential medical care and support.

CURE International
WHAT SETS US APART

Our Experience

At Pax Food Safety Consulting, we bring decades of specialized expertise and a passion for food safety to support your business. Here's what defines our experience:

Unparalleled Food Safety Expertise

Advanced Education & Training: Holds a Master's Degree in Food Science and trained under Dr. Lynn Knipe at Ohio State University in HACCP and Advanced HACCP, ensuring cutting-edge knowledge of food safety standards.
Certifications: 15+ certifications in food safety and quality.
25+ Years in the Industry: Extensive experience in food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across USDA, ODA, and FDA-regulated facilities, delivering proven solutions for diverse food processing operations.

Relationships

Valuable Network: Long-standing regulatory relationships with USDA, FDA, Ohio Department of Agriculture, and health departments.
Collaborative Support: We leverage our industry and supplier connections to address challenges and ensure your business remains compliant and efficient - from microbiology, chemical, sanitation, pest control, etc.

With a blend of academic rigor, hands-on experience, and a robust network, Pax Food Safety Consulting is your trusted partner for navigating food safety regulations with confidence and ease.

Our Mission

To empower food businesses of all sizes with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to achieve and maintain the highest standards of food safety, ensuring the protection of their consumers and brands.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted food safety partner in the region, known for our expertise, integrity, and unwavering commitment to helping businesses build sustainable food safety cultures that protect public health and drive business success.

Regulatory Alignment

Working in partnership with key regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and food safety excellence

FDA - Food and Drug Administration
USDA - United States Department of Agriculture
Ohio Department of Health
Kentucky Department of Agriculture

Our Expertise

Comprehensive food safety knowledge across all areas

HACCP Programs

Expert development, validation, and implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points systems.

Preventive Controls

PCQI-certified consulting for FSMA Preventive Controls for Human Food compliance.

Audit Preparation

Comprehensive readiness services for FDA, USDA, SQF, GFSI, and customer audits.

Sanitation Programs

Development and implementation of SSOPs and sanitation monitoring programs.

Allergen Management

Risk assessment, control plans, and labeling compliance for allergen control.

Training & Education

Hands-on training programs for management and frontline food safety teams.

Where We Serve

Proudly serving food businesses across Southeast Ohio and Northern Kentucky

Cincinnati

OH

Dayton

OH

Columbus

OH

Toledo

OH

Cleveland

OH

Covington

KY

Indianapolis

IN

Lexington

KY

Louisville

KY

Athens

OH

Canton

OH

Lima

OH

Industries We Serve

Experience across diverse food industry sectors

Meat & Poultry Processing

Custom cut shops, butchers, and processing facilities

Food Manufacturing

Prepared foods, packaged goods, and co-packing operations

Restaurants & Catering

Fine dining, casual restaurants, and catering services

Retail Food Sales

Grocery stores, specialty markets, and food retail

Packaging Manufacturing

Food packaging facilities and material suppliers

Let's Work Together

Ready to take your food safety program to the next level? Get in touch for a complimentary consultation.