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Restaurant SOP Guide
Restaurant Solutions
Restaurant SOP Guide - Standard Operating Procedures
Example:
Opening Checklist
Arrive on time and in uniform
Attend pre-shift briefing
Inspect dining area cleanliness
Check table setup and condiments
Verify kitchen and bar readiness
Ensure POS and equipment working
Record inventory and shortages
Table Setup
Clean and sanitize tables
Arrange cutlery as per standard
Place menu and condiments
Align glassware properly
Ensure comfort and cleanliness
Check before guest seating
Kitchen SOP
Follow recipe standardization
Maintain hygiene and food safety
Use FIFO (First In, First Out)
Monitor cooking temperatures
Label and date all ingredients
Clean as you go
Report equipment issues
Service SOP
Greet every guest warmly
Present menu with confidence
Take orders accurately
Repeat order for confirmation
Serve food from the right side
Check guest satisfaction
Handle special requests promptly
Guest Handling
Welcome within 30 seconds
Use polite and professional language
Listen actively to guest needs
Handle complaints calmly
Offer solutions immediately
Follow up for satisfaction
Thank guests as they leave
Closing Checklist
Clear and reset all tables
Clean dining area and service station
Ensure kitchen deep cleaning
Store ingredients properly
Reconcile sales and payments
Record daily report
Turn off equipment and secure area
Consistency
We do it the right way, every time.
Quality
Delighting guests beyond expectations.
Efficiency
Smart processes, better service.
Guest
Every guest. Every time.
Professionalism
Proud of our standards. Driven to excel.