Restaurant Opening and Closing Checklist

Boost daily operations with the Restaurant Opening and Closing Checklist—an instant download designed to streamline how your team starts and ends every shift.

Designed for Managers and All Staff

This printable 8.5x11-inch checklist covers opening procedures and closing tasks, with clear sections for front of house staff and back of house staff. It helps standardize routines so nothing gets missed and every shift runs smoothly.

Key Features

• Instant download and print-ready at 8.5x11 inches for quick deployment.
• Opening procedures and closing procedures clearly laid out for consistency.
• Separate sections for front of house and back of house staff to mirror daily operations.
• Includes general closing tasks to ensure the restaurant is ready for the next day.
• Ideal for managers to delegate, train new hires, and maintain standard operating procedures.

Why It Works

Reduce oversights, save time, and maintain a professional, efficient workflow from opening to close. This checklist acts as a training tool, a reference guide, and a daily accountability mechanism all in one.

How to Use

Print the page, post it at the appropriate station, and have staff check off tasks as they are completed. Use it as part of your onboarding process or as a daily routine to keep your restaurant running like clockwork.