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Operator and 2IC Daily Walkthrough Checks

This Operator and 2IC daily walkthrough checklist supports restaurant opening routines across FOH and BOH. It guides managers through exterior and security checks, cleanliness and readiness of dining areas and amenities, and the status of key equipment including fridges, coffee machines, hydroboil, ice machine, and dishwasher. Review walk ins and storerooms, confirm counts and allocations, capture photos, note R and M issues, and record any odors or leaks to ensure a smooth start to service.

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Yoshiharu Manager Opening Daily Checklist

This Yoshiharu Manager Opening Daily Checklist guides restaurant managers through FOH and BOH opening procedures. It covers entrance and cashier areas, dining room setup, restrooms, server and busser stations, and kitchen prep. Tasks include cleaning and sanitation checks, equipment readiness (dishwasher, refrigeration, noodle and ice machines, hood filters), temperature logs, stock and par inventory reviews, and food quality verification. The checklist also covers employee readiness, including dress code, time punches, health checks, and daily training reminders to ensure smooth and compliant operations before service.

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Use this daily kitchen opening and closing checklist to standardize hygiene and safety across shifts. It covers facility cleanliness (floors, walls, ceilings, lighting), handwashing and dishwashing areas, sanitization of work surfaces, and general housekeeping. Equipment checks include fridges and freezers, dishwasher, microwaves, gas hob, and shelving to confirm cleanliness, operation, and shutdown status. PPE storage and readiness are verified, and auditors can attach photos to nonconformances for evidence. Designed for twice-daily open and close routines, shutdowns, and cleaning, with a final sign-off section for accountability and compliance.

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Front of House Checklist

This front of house checklist helps restaurant teams verify opening readiness and service standards. Inspect the condition of FOH areas, note any concerns, record temperatures where needed, and document seating availability, coffee cup counts, and table setup. Capture photos, track issues, and confirm whether the FOH is ready to open. Use this template to standardize daily checks, improve guest experience, and keep operations consistent across shifts and locations.

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Restaurant Opening and Closing SOP Checklist

This comprehensive SOP checklist guides restaurant teams through opening, mid-shift, and closing duties across FOH, BOH, bar, and dining room. It includes cash bank verification, staffing and scheduling, pre-shift communication, cleanliness and restocking, equipment checks and shutdown, food quality line checks, and guest readiness. Use it to standardize procedures, uphold hygiene and safety, and ensure smooth, consistent service from open to close.

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Olney Restaurant Morning Walkthrough Checklist

This restaurant morning walkthrough checklist helps managers and crews verify opening readiness across dining room, make table, oven area, waitress hallway, back kitchen, dish room, walk in cooler, and bathrooms. It prompts cleaning and sanitizing tasks, checks that trash is emptied, utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, carts and salad bar areas are free of food residue, and all supplies are put away safely. Temperature control fields capture walk in, make table, and drink cooler readings. Use it to standardize FOH and BOH routines, maintain cleanliness, support food safety, and prepare the restaurant for service.

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Daily Opening Walkthrough Checklist Spring Summer

Use this daily opening walkthrough to prepare your cafe and roastery before trade. The checklist covers exterior and car park presentation, bin and pallet management, and commercial waste schedules. Inside, confirm kitchen and storage areas are clean and organized, refrigerators cleared of perishables, toilets stocked, and bin liners replaced. Review the AP retail and bar area for signage, lighting, merchandise, and cash handling tasks. In production and office zones, reset desks, printers, and dispatch benches, and check mail and access points. Upstairs, verify common areas, chargers, lamps, and meeting spaces are ready, and set up staff coffee and breakfast supplies. Complete health and safety checks including fire equipment locations, first aid kits and officers, and power switch boards. Record action items and resolve conflicts.

by Meg Pratley, from the Community

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