ISO/DIS 18981

Tourism and related services — Restaurants – Guidelines for buffet design and services

General information

Current stage: 40.20 Effective date: Jan 21, 2026

Originator: ISO

Owner: ISO/TC 228

Type: International Standard

Scope

This document provides guidelines related to the buffet facilities and environment, dish design, cultural themes, buffet service, hygiene and safety, service guarantee, and cost control.
This document applies to hotel cafeterias, themed buffets, and other restaurants that provide buffet meal service.

Life cycle

NOW

IN_DEVELOPMENT
ISO/DIS 18981
40.20 DIS ballot initiated: 12 weeks
Jan 21, 2026

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