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Cafe Opening Checklist

by Jamie Smith, from the Community

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Use this practical cafe opening checklist to guide daily startup procedures and deliver consistent service. It covers exterior and entry checks, floor and surface cleaning, condiment and tabletop replenishment, espresso machine inspection and rinses, coffee quality checks, drain flushing, and workspace sanitation. Teams can review menus across website and social channels, verify bean batch dates and inventory, stage clean towels, prepare the cash till, and empty trash. Ideal for cafes and coffee shops, this checklist promotes food safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness across front and back of house.

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Digitize any process, procedure or policy
Eliminate mistakes made by paper-based processes
Create and share professional reports instantly
Confirm accountability and compliance with a digital log

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