Daily Restaurant Operations FSSAI Compliance Checklist - India
This daily operations checklist helps restaurants maintain compliance with FSSAI Schedule 4 hygiene requirements throughout the service day. Designed for restaurant managers and food safety supervisors in India.
- Industry: Food & Hospitality
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 20-25 minutes
- Role: Restaurant Manager / FSSAI Food Safety Supervisor
- Total Items: 24
- Compliance: Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 Schedule 4, FSS (Licensing and Registration) Regulations 2011, FSSAI FoSTaC Program Requirements
Opening Checks
Pre-service checks before opening to customers.
- Refrigerator temperature at 5°C or below?
- Freezer at -18°C or below?
- No expired or damaged food in storage?
- Kitchen surfaces and equipment clean from previous shift?
- All staff with clean uniform, apron, and head cover?
- Handwashing stations with soap and paper towels stocked?
During Service Checks
Mid-service food safety checks.
- Hot foods maintained at 63°C or above in bain marie?
- Cold foods at buffet maintained at 5°C or below?
- Raw and cooked foods kept separate throughout service?
- Staff observed washing hands between tasks?
- No pest activity observed during service?
Food Handling Practices
Safe food handling throughout the day.
- Frozen food thawed only in refrigerator or cold water?
- Core cooking temperatures verified (poultry 74°C, beef 71°C)?
- Cooked food cooled rapidly and refrigerated within 2 hours?
- Allergen information available for all menu items?
Cleaning During and After Service
Sanitation of surfaces and equipment.
- Food contact surfaces cleaned between different food types?
- Sanitiser solution at correct concentration (100ppm chlorine)?
- Food waste removed promptly and bins covered?
- Utensils washed and sanitised after each use?
Closing Checks
End-of-day food safety and security checks.
- All food correctly wrapped, labelled, and stored?
- Kitchen thoroughly cleaned and sanitised?
- Gas and electrical equipment shut down safely?
- Temperature monitoring log completed for the day?
- Issues or food safety incidents to report
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Why Use This Daily Restaurant Operations FSSAI Compliance Checklist - India?
This daily restaurant operations fssai compliance checklist - india helps food & hospitality teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for restaurant manager / fssai food safety supervisor professionals, this checklist covers 24 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 Schedule 4, FSS (Licensing and Registration) Regulations 2011, FSSAI FoSTaC Program Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Daily Restaurant Operations FSSAI Compliance Checklist - India cover?
This checklist covers 24 inspection items across 5 sections: Opening Checks, During Service Checks, Food Handling Practices, Cleaning During and After Service, Closing Checks. It is designed for food & hospitality operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 20-25 minutes.
Who should use this Daily Restaurant Operations FSSAI Compliance Checklist - India?
This checklist is designed for Restaurant Manager / FSSAI Food Safety Supervisor professionals in the food & hospitality industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.