# Kitchen Opening Checklist

> Use this template to daily opening checklist for [kitchen], cafe, or food service area.

## Template Metadata

| Field | Details |
|-------|---------|
| Category | Hospitality, Food & Facilities |
| Owner | [Team or owner] |
| Version | [Version number] |
| Effective Date | [Date] |
| Review Cycle | [Monthly / Quarterly / Annual / Event-based] |
| Status | [Draft / In Review / Approved] |

## Shift Details

Record date, location, shift lead, opening time, and staffing notes.

| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|------|---------|-------|--------|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |

### Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

## Food Safety Checks

Include handwashing stations, sanitizer concentration, refrigeration temperatures, and date labels.

| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|------|---------|-------|--------|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |

### Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

## Equipment Startup

List ovens, fryers, dish machines, espresso machines, hoods, and POS checks.

| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|------|---------|-------|--------|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |

### Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

## Prep Readiness

Confirm mise en place, batch labels, allergen controls, and menu availability.

| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|------|---------|-------|--------|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |

### Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

## Stock Review

Check critical ingredients, disposables, backup stock, and shortages.

| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|------|---------|-------|--------|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |

### Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

## Cleaning Status

Verify overnight cleaning, floors, drains, counters, and waste areas.

| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|------|---------|-------|--------|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |

### Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

## Manager Sign-Off

Include exceptions, corrective actions, and approval. Use Markdown checklists that staff can complete quickly.

| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|------|---------|-------|--------|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |

### Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]