The Ultimate Restaurant Cleaning Checklist
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Monthly Tasks
Each month presents distinct challenges and needs for maintaining restaurant cleanliness. Here is a thorough checklist to tackle crucial cleaning tasks on a monthly basis:
- Deep clean the walk-in refrigerator and freezer.
- Clean and sanitize ice machines, refrigerators, and freezers.
- Deep clean ovens, grills, and fryers.
- Deep clean and descale coffee machines.
- Check and clean kitchen equipment filters like ice machines.
- Check and clean hood filters.
- Inspect and clean vents and exhaust hoods.
- Clean walls and ceilings.
- Inspect and clean behind equipment.
Weekly Tasks
Several tasks must be done every week to maintain your restaurant's excellence. Here’s your weekly restaurant cleaning checklist, covering everything from deep cleaning kitchen equipment to dusting light fixtures, focusing on back-of-house and front-of-house tasks.
Back-of-House
- Empty and clean grease traps.
- Wash and sanitize all kitchen equipment.
- Clean and organize storage areas and rotate stock.
- Wash linens such as tablecloths, towels, and aprons.
- Scrub floors and floor drains.
- Dispose of expired food.
Front-of-House
- Clean and sanitize hostess stands.
- Dust and clean light fixtures.
- Dust and clean decorations and plants.
- Clean windows and mirrors.
- Check and dispose of expired food.
- Check, clean, and sanitize all air curtains.
Daily Tasks
Each day is a chance to uphold cleanliness and organization in your restaurant. Add these tasks to your daily cleaning routine to exceed cleanliness standards. Here are essential daily cleaning duties separated by back-of-house and front-of-house:
Back-of-House
- Wash and sanitize plates, bowl, flatware, and serveware.
- Wash and sanitize cutting boards and utensils.
- Clean and sanitize all food preparation surfaces.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment.
- Clean and sanitize sinks.
- Empty and clean trash cans.
- Sweep and mop floors.
- Clean and sanitize POS systems.
Front-of-House
- Clean and sanitize POS systems.
- Wipe down menus and condiment holders.
- Clean and sanitize bathroom areas.
- Clean and sanitize tables, chairs, highchairs and booster seats.
- Replenish condiments, napkins, and table settings.
- Replenish restroom supplies.
- Sweep and spot mop dining areas.
- Spot clean windows and mirrors
- Clean and sanitize door handles and entryways.
By following this comprehensive restaurant cleaning checklist, you can ensure a clean and hygienic environment for both staff and customers. Regular maintenance of both front-of-house and back-of-house areas will contribute to the overall success and reputation of your establishment. You can count on Chefs' Toys to offer quality cleaning equipment and supplies to help you on your cleaning journey
