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A&E Standards Audit Checklist

by Kamila Wasilewska, from the Community

A comprehensive A&E Standards Audit checklist for hospitality venues covering entrance presentation, floor and table setup, waiter stations, tech (tills, PDQs, printers), coffee station supplies, bar setup and garnishes, distillery displays, kitchen pass readiness and labelling, toilets hygiene, BOH areas (walk-in, cellar, staff room), plant care, lighting checks, outside seating preparation, clutter control, menus and marketing collateral, furniture condition, maintenance logging, uniform standards, pest management, and legal compliance including CCTV, fire alarms, fire exits, daily due diligence, hot water, and CPLE compliance. Use it for consistent, high-quality service and safety.

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Assess restaurant and bar standards with a comprehensive audit covering entrance presentation, floor and tables, waiter stations, tech, coffee service, and bar readiness. Check distillery displays, kitchen pass, crockery, labeling, and dish specifications. Verify toilet hygiene, back of house tidiness, walk in fridge, and cellar conditions. Review plants, lighting, outside areas, and table setups. Confirm menus, marketing materials, and POS stock levels. Inspect furniture and maintenance logs. Ensure uniforms, pest management, CCTV, fire safety, and compliance tasks are in place.
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