Who benefits from the consumer advisory notice?

The consumer advisory notice is designed specifically to inform consumers about the presence of certain food items that may pose a risk to their health, particularly those that are raw or undercooked. This notice helps consumers make informed decisions about the foods they choose to order, allowing them to understand potential risks associated with their meal selections. For example, the advisory may indicate that foods like undercooked eggs or rare meats carry a risk of foodborne illness.

The other groups listed, while they may have some indirect benefits from the advisory, do not directly receive the protective and informative benefits that consumers experience. Regulatory agencies oversee compliance, and while restaurant staff and food suppliers may be informed about health risks or legal requirements, the primary purpose of the advisory is to promote the health and safety awareness of consumers. Hence, the most direct beneficiary of the consumer advisory notice is clearly the consumers who are placing orders based on their understanding of the associated risks.