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Sous Chef Daily Check List

by Matthew Burt, from the Community

Use this sous chef daily checklist to manage prep lists, station setup, vendor orders, temperature logs, waste tracking, FOH coordination, and service readiness. Review previous closing notes, adjust labor using crib sheets, plan BEO and OpenTable requirements, and assign tasks for smooth shifts. Customize the template to fit your kitchen, maintain food safety, reduce waste, and keep communication clear between BOH and FOH.

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