Food Service Closing Checklist Form
Complete this checklist at the end of your shift to ensure all closing procedures are followed.
Shift Date
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
Your Name
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First Name
Last Name
Dining and Kitchen Areas Cleaned
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All areas thoroughly cleaned and sanitized
Some areas cleaned, minor tasks remaining
Cleaning incomplete, major tasks remaining
Trash Removed and Bins Relined
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All trash removed and bins relined
Trash removed, bins not relined
Trash not removed
Equipment Powered Off and Cleaned
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Grill/Range
Ovens
Fryers
Dishwasher
Coffee Machines
Other (please specify below)
Perishable Food Properly Stored
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All items stored at correct temperatures
Some items pending storage
Storage incomplete
Inventory of Key Supplies (e.g., napkins, condiments, cleaning products)
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Sufficient for next shift
Low, needs restocking
Out of stock
Food Safety Checks Completed (temperatures, labels, dates)
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All checks completed and recorded
Some checks missed
Checks not completed
Any Issues or Maintenance Needed?
Final Walkthrough Completed
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Yes, all areas checked and secure
No, areas left unchecked
Staff Acknowledgment (Signature)
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