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Restaurant Opening Checklist
Prepare the restaurant, systems, and team before customers arrive.
- Category
- Hospitality & Food Service
- Subcategory
- Restaurants & Cafes
OpeningDailyOperations
Checklist
10 items
- Step 1: Unlock doors and disable alarm system
- Step 2: Turn on lights, signage, music, and climate control
- Step 3: Start POS systems and verify connectivity
- Step 4: Check dining area cleanliness
- Step 5: Wipe down tables, chairs, menus, and host stand
- Step 6: Stock host stand with menus and waitlist tools
- Step 7: Verify staff attendance and section assignments
- Step 8: Check restrooms for cleanliness and supplies
- Step 9: Start kitchen prep and required equipment
- Step 10: Review reservations, large parties, and special notes
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