Fine Dining Restaurant Deep Cleaning Checklist
This comprehensive deep cleaning checklist ensures that all areas of a large fine dining restaurant are meticulously cleaned and maintained. It covers all kitchen equipment, dining areas, bar, restrooms, floors, windows, and exterior spaces. Cleaning frequencies are also provided to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
1. Kitchen Deep Cleaning Checklist (Hot Line & Prep Areas)
🔥 Cooking Equipment
✔ Grills & Griddles – Scrub with a degreaser, clean grease traps, remove buildup. (Weekly)
✔ Ovens (Convection, Pizza, Brick, etc.) – Clean racks, walls, and door glass. (Weekly)
✔ Fryers – Drain and boil out, scrub with degreaser. (Weekly)
✔ Stoves & Burners – Remove grates, scrub burners, deep clean surfaces. (Weekly)
✔ Steam Tables & Warmers – Clean and sanitize interior and exterior. (Weekly)
✔ Microwaves – Wipe inside and out, remove grease. (Daily)
✔ Charbroilers & Salamanders – Scrub grates and remove grease. (Weekly)
🧊 Refrigeration & Cold Storage
✔ Walk-in Coolers & Freezers – Remove all items, clean shelves, sanitize, check for expired food. (Monthly)
✔ Reach-in Refrigerators – Wipe down interior, remove spills. (Weekly)
✔ Ice Machines – Deep clean and sanitize interior, remove scale. (Monthly)
🍳 Kitchen Prep & Work Areas
✔ Stainless Steel Counters & Tables – Wipe, sanitize, polish. (Daily)
✔ Cutting Boards – Scrub with sanitizer, remove stains. (Daily)
✔ Shelving & Storage Racks – Dust, wipe down, sanitize. (Weekly)
✔ Small Appliances (Mixers, Blenders, Slicers, etc.) – Disassemble, clean thoroughly. (Weekly)
🚰 Sinks, Drains, & Ventilation
✔ Dishwashing Station – Clean sinks, remove food debris. (Daily)
✔ Floor Drains – Flush with enzyme cleaner, scrub grates. (Weekly)
✔ Vent Hoods & Exhaust Fans – Remove grease buildup, clean filters. (Monthly)
✔ Ceiling Vents & Air Ducts – Dust and vacuum vents. (Quarterly)
🧹 Floors & Walls
✔ Tile & Grout – Scrub with degreaser, remove stains. (Weekly)
✔ Walls & Backsplashes – Wipe down, sanitize. (Weekly)
✔ Baseboards & Corners – Scrub to remove buildup. (Monthly)
2. Dining Room Deep Cleaning Checklist
🪑 Furniture & Seating
✔ Tables & Chairs – Wipe, sanitize, polish wood and metal. (Daily)
✔ Booths & Upholstery – Vacuum and deep clean fabric. (Monthly)
✔ Tabletops & Place Settings – Wipe, check for damage. (Daily)
🍷 Bar Area
✔ Bar Countertops – Wipe down and sanitize. (Daily)
✔ Bar Stools & Seating – Clean and sanitize. (Weekly)
✔ Glassware & Shelving – Wash all glassware, dust liquor shelves. (Daily)
✔ Beer Taps & Soda Dispensers – Flush lines, clean nozzles. (Weekly)
🖼️ Walls, Décor & Fixtures
✔ Walls & Paintings – Dust, wipe, remove stains. (Weekly)
✔ Light Fixtures & Chandeliers – Dust, polish. (Monthly)
✔ Ceiling Fans & Air Vents – Clean and remove dust. (Monthly)
🪞 Windows & Glass
✔ Interior Windows & Partitions – Wipe and polish. (Weekly)
✔ Exterior Windows – Wash and remove streaks. (Monthly)
🗑️ Trash & Recycling
✔ Empty & Sanitize Bins – Remove liners, disinfect. (Daily)
✔ Deep Clean Trash Areas – Scrub floors, eliminate odors. (Monthly)
3. Restroom Deep Cleaning Checklist
🚽 Toilets & Urinals
✔ Scrub, sanitize, and deodorize. (Daily)
✔ Deep clean and descale. (Weekly)
🚰 Sinks & Countertops
✔ Disinfect and remove soap scum. (Daily)
✔ Deep scrub and polish faucets. (Weekly)
🧻 Dispensers & Supplies
✔ Refill soap, paper towels, toilet paper. (Daily)
✔ Wipe and sanitize dispensers. (Weekly)
🪞 Mirrors & Fixtures
✔ Wipe and polish mirrors. (Daily)
✔ Deep clean glass and light fixtures. (Monthly)
🗑️ Trash & Odor Control
✔ Empty trash and replace liners. (Daily)
✔ Deodorize and sanitize bins. (Weekly)
🚰 Floor Drains & Grease Traps
✔ Flush with hot water and enzyme cleaner. (Weekly)
✔ Remove clogs and scrub grates. (Monthly)
5. Exterior & Pressure Washing Deep Cleaning Checklist
🚪 Entrance & Outdoor Areas
✔ Exterior Signage – Wipe and polish. (Monthly)
✔ Sidewalks & Parking Areas – Sweep and remove debris. (Weekly)
✔ Patio Seating – Wipe tables, chairs, umbrellas. (Daily)
✔ Dumpster Area – Deep clean and pressure wash. (Monthly)
By following this detailed fine dining restaurant deep cleaning checklist, a restaurant cleaning service can maintain a pristine, sanitized, and welcoming environment. S