Restaurant Closing Checklist
FREE restaurant closing checklist with FDA Food Code compliance. Covers kitchen shutdown, food storage, cleaning, and security. Multi-market standards for US FDA, UK FSA, India FSSAI, Brazil ANVISA, Mexico COFEPRIS, and Colombia INVIMA. Download FREE PDF with 45+ closing points.
- Industry: Food
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Operations Manager
- Total Items: 39
- Compliance: FDA Food Code 2022, ServSafe Guidelines, UK EC 852/2004, India FSSAI Regulations, Brazil RDC 216 ANVISA
Kitchen Equipment Shutdown
Properly shut down and clean all equipment.
- Grills and griddles turned off and cleaned?
- Fryers turned off, oil filtered/covered?
- Ovens and ranges turned off?
- Steam tables drained and cleaned?
- Hood ventilation turned off (after cooling)?
- Dishwasher emptied, cleaned, and off?
Food Storage & Cooling
Proper storage of remaining food.
- Hot foods properly cooled (135°F to 70°F in 2 hrs)?
- All leftovers dated and labeled?
- Foods properly covered and stored?
- Raw foods stored below ready-to-eat?
- Cooler and freezer temperatures verified?
- Walk-in Cooler Temp (°F)
- Freezer Temp (°F)
Cleaning & Sanitation
End of day cleaning requirements.
- All prep surfaces cleaned and sanitized?
- Floors swept and mopped?
- All trash removed to dumpster?
- Sanitizer buckets emptied and cleaned?
- Restrooms cleaned and stocked?
- Dining room reset for next day?
Cash & Security
End of day financial and security procedures.
- All registers closed out and balanced?
- Bank deposit prepared?
- Safe locked and secured?
- All doors and windows locked?
- Alarm system armed?
- Non-essential lights turned off?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
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Why Use This Restaurant Closing Checklist?
This restaurant closing checklist helps food teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for operations manager professionals, this checklist covers 39 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with FDA Food Code 2022, ServSafe Guidelines, UK EC 852/2004, India FSSAI Regulations, Brazil RDC 216 ANVISA, Mexico NOM-251-SSA1, Colombia Resolución 2674/2013. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Restaurant Closing Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 39 inspection items across 7 sections: Kitchen Equipment Shutdown, Food Storage & Cooling, Cleaning & Sanitation, Cash & Security, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification. It is designed for food operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Restaurant Closing Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Operations Manager professionals in the food 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.