Restaurant audit check list
1. General Operations
2. Financial Management
3. Food Safety and Sanitation
4. Employee Management
5. Customer Experience
6. Inventory Management
7. Marketing and Promotions
8. Compliance and Legal
9. Equipment and Maintenance
10. Sustainability Practices
- Inspect waste disposal areas for segregation of recyclables.
- Ensure proper labeling for recycling bins.
- Review records of waste disposal and recycling rates.
- Assess employee training on waste reduction practices.
- List all suppliers and their sourcing practices.
- Verify the percentage of locally sourced ingredients.
- Evaluate partnerships with local farms and producers.
- Assess the sustainability certifications of suppliers.
- Check for energy-efficient appliances and equipment.
- Review energy consumption data for trends and anomalies.
- Evaluate the use of LED lighting and smart systems.
- Inspect insulation and HVAC systems for efficiency.
- Inspect plumbing for leaks and inefficiencies.
- Evaluate the use of water-saving fixtures.
- Check for rainwater harvesting systems, if applicable.
- Review staff training on water conservation techniques.
- Inspect packaging types used for takeout and delivery.
- Verify if materials are biodegradable, recyclable, or compostable.
- Ensure no single-use plastics are in use.
- Check for supplier certifications on packaging sustainability.
- Confirm the presence of compost bins in the kitchen.
- Review procedures for composting food waste.
- Assess collaboration with local composting facilities.
- Check employee awareness and participation in composting efforts.
- Analyze energy consumption data and sources.
- Identify initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Review transportation practices for deliveries and sourcing.
- Assess any carbon offset programs in place.
- Verify suppliers for certifications on sustainable sourcing.
- Review menus for eco-friendly seafood options.
- Check for transparency in meat sourcing practices.
- Assess adherence to local and international sustainability guidelines.
- Review partnerships with local food banks or charities.
- Assess procedures for tracking and minimizing food waste.
- Check for initiatives like portion control and meal repurposing.
- Evaluate employee training on food waste reduction.
- Review training materials and frequency of sessions.
- Assess employee knowledge of sustainability initiatives.
- Check for engagement in sustainability programs.
- Evaluate feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement.
- Check for local sourcing agreements and contracts.
- Assess the percentage of menu items sourced locally.
- Evaluate the impact on menu freshness and sustainability.
- Review promotional efforts highlighting local partnerships.
- Inspect landscaping choices for native plant species.
- Assess irrigation practices for water efficiency.
- Check for organic gardening practices if applicable.
- Evaluate the biodiversity and ecosystem support provided.
- Verify current certifications held by the restaurant.
- Assess the process for obtaining and maintaining certifications.
- Check the validity and reputation of the certifying body.
- Review compliance with certification criteria.
- Inspect kitchen appliances for energy star ratings.
- Assess the use of LED lighting throughout the establishment.
- Review maintenance schedules for appliances to ensure efficiency.
- Evaluate overall energy management practices in place.
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