Restaurant Daily Opening Procedures Checklist
Comprehensive restaurant daily opening procedures checklist.
- Industry: Food & Hospitality
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Opening Manager
- Total Items: 23
- Compliance: FDA Food Code, Company Standards
Safety
Safety checks
- Alarm disarmed?
- Security walkthrough complete?
Kitchen
Kitchen prep
- Equipment turned on and functional?
- Food temperatures checked?
Front of House
Dining area
- Tables set?
- Restrooms clean and stocked?
Temperature Control & Monitoring
Food temperature safety
- Cold holding at 41°F/5°C or below?
- Hot holding at 135°F/57°C or above?
- Thermometer calibrated?
- Temperature log current?
Allergen Management
Allergen safety
- Allergen information available?
- Staff trained on allergens?
- Cross-contact prevention in place?
Waste & Pest Prevention
Waste and pest control
- Waste bins covered?
- Grease trap maintained?
- No pest activity evidence?
Staff Hygiene
Personnel hygiene
- Hand wash stations stocked?
- Proper glove usage?
- Hair restraints worn?
- No staff illness symptoms?
Equipment & Sanitation
Equipment maintenance
- Sanitizer at correct concentration?
- Food contact surfaces clean?
- Dishwasher at required temp?
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Why Use This Restaurant Daily Opening Procedures Checklist?
This restaurant daily opening procedures checklist helps food & hospitality teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for opening manager professionals, this checklist covers 23 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with FDA Food Code, Company Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Restaurant Daily Opening Procedures Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 23 inspection items across 8 sections: Safety, Kitchen, Front of House, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Allergen Management, Waste & Pest Prevention, Staff Hygiene, Equipment & Sanitation. 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 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Restaurant Daily Opening Procedures Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Opening Manager 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.