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Opening & Closing Operational Checklist
Daily operational checklists covering front of house, kitchen, and security procedures.
What this document covers
Beyond food safety checks, your opening and closing checklists ensure the restaurant is ready for service and properly secured at the end of the day. They cover front of house presentation, table setup, POS systems, music/lighting, and security procedures.
Key sections included
- Opening — kitchen
- Opening — front of house
- Opening — admin
- Closing — kitchen
- Closing — front of house
- Closing — security
Frequently asked questions
Is this different from the food safety checklist?
Yes — this covers the full operational readiness of the restaurant, not just food safety. Some checks overlap (temperature checks appear in both), but this covers presentation, admin, and security too.
Document details
- Legal basis
- Best practice
- Enforced by
- N/A
- Penalty for absence
- No legal penalty, but operational inconsistency and potential security lapses.
- Category
- Operations
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