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Monthly restaurant cleaning checklist

Monthly restaurant cleaning checklist

This cleaning checklist covers kitchen, dining, restroom, and exterior tasks so every area of your restaurant stays clean and organized.

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Monthly restaurant cleaning checklist

This cleaning checklist covers kitchen, dining, restroom, and exterior tasks so every area of your restaurant stays clean and organized.

Use this template with Lumiform

The Lumiform application helps frontline teams uphold internal standards effortlessly.
  • Customize this template or build your own
  • Fill out templates via mobile app
  • Assign and track corrective actions
  • Get reports and analyse your data
Prices start from ░░░ per month
Book a demo
Learn more
or Download template as PDF

A monthly restaurant cleaning checklist ensures thorough sanitation beyond daily tasks, helping maintain health code compliance and prevent pest infestations. This template tackles critical areas—kitchen, dining room, restrooms, storage, and exterior—with clear yes/no/N/A options for tracking completion.

Research reveals that 78% of customers see a dirty restroom as a reflection of the restaurant’s overall cleanliness. Through this checklist, you’ll create a step-by-step approach to deep cleaning that prevents overlooked areas so you can maintain the highest standards of cleanliness for both guests and staff.

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Kitchen
Deep clean all kitchen surfaces - counters, sinks, stoves, etc.
Degrease and clean all kitchen equipment - fryers, ovens, griddles
Wipe down and sanitize all shelving, racks and storage areas
Clean and descale all plumbing fixtures - faucets, drains, etc.
Sweep, mop and disinfect kitchen floors
Dining Room
Dust and wipe down all tables, chairs and other furniture
Clean and polish all windows, mirrors and glass surfaces
Vacuum and shampoo all carpeted areas
Wipe down and disinfect all menus and condiment containers
Restrooms
Clean and disinfect all toilet bowls, urinals and sinks
Restock all paper products and soap dispensers
Thoroughly clean and disinfect all floors, walls and fixtures
Check and replace any damaged or worn bathroom accessories
Storage Areas
Organize and clean all dry storage shelves and bins
Wipe down and sanitize all cold storage units - refrigerators, freezers
Sweep, mop and disinfect all storage room floors
Ensure all stored items are properly dated and rotated
Exterior/Grounds
Sweep and hose down all walkways, entryways and parking areas
Prune any overgrown shrubs or plants around the building exterior
Clean and sanitize all external trash receptacles and dumpster areas
Inspect and repair any exterior lighting, signage or building damage

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I find pest evidence during my monthly restaurant cleaning?

Document the type and location of evidence immediately. Don’t use pesticides yourself—contact a licensed pest control professional specializing in food establishments. Thoroughly clean the affected area after professional treatment, addressing conditions that attracted pests (moisture, food debris, entry points). Update your cleaning protocols to prevent recurrence and consider more frequent inspections of problem areas.

How can I use this monthly restaurant cleaning checklist to improve our health inspection scores?

Review your previous health inspection reports and ensure all cited issues are specifically addressed in your checklist. Add photos of properly cleaned areas as reference standards. Schedule monthly cleaning 1-2 weeks before anticipated inspections. Have managers use the checklist as a pre-inspection audit tool, focusing on commonly cited violations like improper sanitizer concentration, cross-contamination risks, and temperature control issues.

How should I adapt the monthly restaurant cleaning checklist for seasonal changes?

Add HVAC system cleaning before switching between heating and cooling seasons. Include outdoor furniture deep cleaning in spring. Add window weatherproofing before winter. Incorporate additional pest control measures during warmer months. Schedule extra attention to entry mats and floors during rainy/snowy seasons when contaminants are frequently tracked in.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.