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Bakery, Coffee and Food Prep Checklist

by Joaquim Vieira Borges, from the Community

30+

This practical checklist helps bakeries, cafes, and coffee shops standardize daily preparation and service tasks. It covers sanitizing work surfaces, organizing the bakery area, labeling ingredients and allergens, setting up sandwiches and bagels, arranging breads on shelves, and discounting leftover items appropriately. Coffee station steps include switching on machines, filling grinder hoppers, and running test shots before service. The checklist also prompts temperature and freshness checks, cleaning and dusting, and opening routines to ensure consistency, food safety, and efficient handovers. Use it to train staff, maintain hygiene standards, and keep prep moving during busy periods.

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