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Restaurant deep cleaning checklist

Restaurant deep cleaning checklist

Achieve impeccable cleanliness in your restaurant with this checklist. Use it to systematically manage cleaning tasks so your restaurant looks its best.

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The Lumiform application helps frontline teams uphold internal standards effortlessly.
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  • Get reports and analyse your data
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Restaurant deep cleaning checklist

Achieve impeccable cleanliness in your restaurant with this checklist. Use it to systematically manage cleaning tasks so your restaurant looks its best.

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

When every diner walks through the doors of a restaurant, they expect it to be clean and spotless. Our restaurant deep cleaning checklist ensures your establishment maintains impeccable hygiene standards across front-of-house, kitchen, restrooms, and storage areas. It helps you systematically tackle deep cleaning tasks that might otherwise be overlooked during daily maintenance.

According to Checkit, 66% of customers won’t return to a restaurant with poor food hygiene. With this checklist, you can maintain consistent cleaning standards and improve health code compliance while protecting your reputation and customer loyalty.

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Front of House
Wipe down all tables, chairs, and booths
Clean and disinfect all doors, handles, and push plates
Clean all windows and glass surfaces
Sweep and mop all floors
Dust all shelves, ledges, and decor
Clean and organize host/hostess stand
Kitchen
Clean and degrease all cooking equipment
Wipe down all countertops and surfaces
Scrub and sanitize sinks, drains, and floor mats
Clean inside of ovens, stoves, and microwaves
Sweep, mop, and degrease all floors
Wipe down all shelves, racks, and storage areas
Restrooms
Clean and disinfect all toilets, urinals, and sinks
Restock all paper towels, toilet paper, and soap
Sweep, mop, and disinfect all floors
Clean and polish all mirrors and chrome fixtures
Thoroughly clean and deodorize all stalls
Wipe down all dispensers, ledges, and partitions
Storage & Receiving
Clean and organize all dry storage shelves
Sweep, mop, and degrease all floors
Wipe down all walls, doors, and equipment
Discard all expired, spoiled, or damaged items
Discard all expired, spoiled, or damaged items
Ensure all storage areas are pest-free
Restock all cleaning supplies and tools

Frequently asked questions

What safety precautions should we take during restaurant deep cleaning?

Ensure proper ventilation when using strong cleaning chemicals. Wear appropriate protective gear including gloves, eye protection, and non-slip footwear. Place caution signs around wet floors and cleaning areas. Turn off electrical equipment before cleaning and follow lockout/tagout procedures for machinery. Never mix cleaning chemicals, especially those containing bleach and ammonia.

How do I customize this deep cleaning checklist for my restaurant?

Identify areas unique to your restaurant (specialty equipment, outdoor seating, etc.) and add them as new sections. Review your health inspection history to include previously flagged issues. Adjust frequency recommendations based on your restaurant’s volume and hours of operation. The template is fully adaptable to your establishment’s specific needs.

When should I schedule deep cleaning tasks to minimize disruption to restaurant operations?

Schedule intensive cleaning tasks during off-hours or on days with lighter customer traffic. Break down larger tasks across multiple days rather than attempting everything at once. Consider scheduling hood and ventilation cleaning quarterly with professional services, and coordinate with your slowest business periods. Always plan deep cleaning after major events or catering services.

How can this checklist help me prepare specifically for health inspections?

Use the completed checklists as documentation of your regular deep cleaning protocol. Focus on sections covering high-priority inspection areas like food contact surfaces and temperature control equipment. Note corrective actions taken for any identified issues. This shows to inspectors your commitment to ongoing sanitation beyond basic daily cleaning.

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.