RESTAURANT HYGIENE & SAFETY CHECKLIST: KITCHEN & DINING ROOM AUDIT

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--- KITCHEN EQUIPMENT & SURFACES ---
[ ] Oven Temperature Verification (degrees F)
[ ] Refrigerator Temperature Verification (degrees F)
[ ] Condition of Cutting Boards (Clean/Soiled/Damaged) (Clean, Soiled, Damaged)
[ ] Condition of Range Hood Filters (Clean, Dirty, Needs Replacement)
[ ] Notes on Surface Cleanliness
[ ] Photo Evidence of Equipment Cleanliness (Optional)
[ ] Dishwasher Functionality (Working/Malfunctioning) (Working, Malfunctioning)

--- FOOD STORAGE & HANDLING ---
[ ] Refrigerator Temperature (°F)
[ ] Freezer Temperature (°F)
[ ] FIFO Rotation Observed? (Yes, No, N/A)
[ ] Date of Last Temperature Log Check
[ ] Notes on Food Condition (e.g., discoloration, unusual odors)
[ ] Foods Requiring Special Handling (e.g., allergens, raw meats) (Raw Meats, Dairy, Seafood, Produce, Allergens (specify))
[ ] Packaging Integrity (Intact, Damaged, Compromised)

--- EMPLOYEE HYGIENE & PRACTICES ---
[ ] Handwashing Frequency (per shift)
[ ] Uniform Cleanliness (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Hair Restraints (nets/hats) Usage (Always Compliant, Occasionally Missing, Frequently Missing)
[ ] Last Illness Reporting Training Date
[ ] Jewelry Compliance (Check all that apply) (No visible jewelry, Allowed ring, Allowed wedding band, Violation Observed)
[ ] Notes on employee hygiene practices

--- DINING ROOM CLEANLINESS ---
[ ] Table Surface Cleanliness Rating (1-5)
[ ] Floor Spot Cleanliness Count
[ ] Chair Condition (Overall) (Excellent, Good, Fair, Needs Repair)
[ ] Notes on Tables/Chairs Condition
[ ] Restroom Supplies Adequacy (Dining Area) (Sufficient, Needs Replenishment)
[ ] Visible Debris/Residue (Select all that apply) (Food Crumbs, Sticky Residue, Dust, Stains, None)
[ ] Last Deep Clean Date (Dining Room)

--- RESTROOM SANITATION ---
[ ] Toilet Paper Rolls Remaining (per stall)
[ ] Soap Dispenser Fill Level (scale of 1-5)
[ ] Hand Dryer Functionality (Working/Not Working/Partially Working) (Working, Not Working, Partially Working)
[ ] Mirror Cleanliness (Clean/Smudged/Dirty) (Clean, Smudged, Dirty)
[ ] Floor Condition (Check all that apply) (Wet, Stained, Debris, Clean)
[ ] Last Restroom Cleaning Date
[ ] Notes on Specific Issues/Concerns

--- PEST CONTROL & PREVENTION ---
[ ] Last Pest Control Service Date
[ ] Evidence of Pest Activity Observed? (None, Rodents, Insects, Birds, Other)
[ ] Description of Observed Pest Activity (if any)
[ ] Number of Bait Stations Checked
[ ] Bait Station Status (Full, Partially Full, Empty)
[ ] Photos of Potential Entry Points/Pest Activity
[ ] Screen/Ventilation Integrity (Intact, Minor Damage, Significant Damage)

--- FIRE SAFETY & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ---
[ ] Fire Extinguisher Inspection Date
[ ] Fire Extinguisher Condition (Good, Needs Maintenance, Damaged/Out of Service)
[ ] Emergency Exit Lighting Functionality (Functional, Needs Repair, Not Functional)
[ ] Emergency Exit Location Verification
[ ] Last Fire Drill Date
[ ] Fire Drill Feedback/Observations
[ ] Emergency Contact List Availability (Available and Current, Needs Update)

--- WASTE MANAGEMENT & DISPOSAL ---
[ ] Quantity of Recyclable Waste Collected (lbs)
[ ] Quantity of Compostable Waste Collected (lbs)
[ ] Quantity of General Waste Disposed (lbs)
[ ] Waste Disposal Company Used (Company A, Company B, Other)
[ ] Date of Last Waste Disposal
[ ] Notes on Waste Management Issues/Observations
[ ] Waste Segregation Accuracy (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)

--- CHEMICAL STORAGE & HANDLING ---
[ ] Concentration of Cleaning Chemicals (e.g., % bleach)
[ ] Chemical Storage Area - Condition (Well-Ventilated & Secure, Slightly Damp, Needs Improvement, Unsafe)
[ ] Chemicals Properly Segregated? (Acids Separated from Bases, Oxidizers Separated from Flammables, All Segregation Guidelines Followed, Not Applicable)
[ ] Date of Last Chemical Inventory
[ ] Any Spills or Leaks Observed?
[ ] Chemical Labels Present and Readable? (Yes, all labels present and readable, Some labels missing or damaged, Most labels missing)

--- DOCUMENTATION & RECORD KEEPING ---
[ ] Last Inspection Date
[ ] Inspector Name
[ ] Temperature Log Review (Frequency)
[ ] Attach Relevant Inspection Reports
[ ] Notes on Document Review (if any)
[ ] Review of HACCP Plan (Up-to-date & Compliant, Requires Updates, Not Available)

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