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Closing Down Procedure Checklist

by Star Pub, from the Community

This closing down procedure checklist helps bar and pub teams end each shift consistently and safely. Tasks include restocking fridges and spirit shelves, disposing of perishables, cleaning ice buckets, drip trays and bar equipment, sweeping and mopping floors, bringing tables and outdoor items inside, servicing toilets and emptying bins, and shutting down music, TV and lights. Finish by securing doors with padlocks and confirming completion with a signature.

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Closing Down Floor Tasks Checklist
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General Cleaning and Close Down Procedure

This practical end-of-day cleaning and close down procedure helps hospitality teams shut down safely and consistently across reception, bar, bowling lanes, darts, and arcade areas. Tasks include switching off lights, TVs, projectors, and gaming machines; cleaning and powering down coffee machines; removing and soaking beer nozzles; checking and disposing of perishables; emptying bins and removing rubbish; restocking glassware and setting tables and menus; securing tills and sending back-office reports; confirming spirit shelf stock; tidying back areas; and locking up with alarms set. A staff signature step provides accountability and completion confirmation.

by Nick Singer, from the Community

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Closing Down Floor Tasks Checklist

Use this closing down floor tasks checklist to guide end of day procedures in restaurants and bars. It covers cleaning toilets and sinks, emptying bins, mopping washrooms with the correct chemicals, sanitizing tables and chairs, and wiping down bar areas. Standardize workflows, improve hygiene, and ensure nothing is missed before closing. Adapt this template to match your venue and local compliance requirements.

by Bridge Street, from the Community

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Restaurant Closing Checklist (Barnes)

This daily restaurant closing checklist helps staff complete end of day tasks consistently. It covers restocking fridges and bar ice, wrapping and dating prepared items, wiping and resetting tables, cleaning coffee machines and sinks, mopping bar, bathrooms and kitchen, changing bins and handling soiled cloths, refilling paper supplies, salting the dishwasher, cashing up, securing doors and windows, turning off air conditioning and bringing benches inside.

by Antonio Marra, from the Community

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TT Bar Checklist

Use this TT Bar Checklist to standardize daily bar setup and close-down. It guides staff through essential cleaning and restocking tasks, including wiping bar tops and tables, cleaning drip trays, measures, and bar trays, sanitizing beer and post mix nozzles and fonts, cleaning the glass washer and surrounding area, sweeping floors, cleaning the cellar and sink, checking wine cellar cleanliness, restocking fridges and snacks, verifying fridge doors and seals, wiping glass shelves, rotating stock, and confirming all items are in date and service ready.

by Luke Walker, from the Community

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Closing Down Procedure Checklist

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