Checklist template

Restaurant - QSR

A ready-to-use checklist with 88 items in 8 sections, covering Drive-Thru Operations, Kitchen & Prep Area, Fryer & Grill Stations, Beverage & Shake Station, Front Counter & Dining Area, Storage & Cold Room and more. Use it as-is in InspectLoop, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 8 Sections
  • 88 Items
  • 72 Yes / No checks
  • 8 Scored ratings
  • 857 Points

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1. Drive-Thru Operations 11 items

  1. Is the speaker box/menu board clear and free of sun-fading? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Was the guest greeted within 5 seconds of pulling up? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the order confirmation screen functioning and accurate? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Is the drive-thru lane free of litter and oil spills? Yes / No 5 pts
  5. Are staff members wearing headsets and communicating clearly? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Is the payout window ledge clean and free of coins/trash? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Was the total transaction time under 180 seconds? Yes / No 15 pts
  8. Did the presenter confirm the order before handing it over? Yes / No 10 pts
  9. Were napkins and condiments included without asking? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. Drive-thru line efficiency: Rating
    • Moving Constantly 10 pts
    • Intermittent Delays 5 pts
    • Stalled/Stationary 0 pts
  11. Current number of cars in the queue: Short text

2. Kitchen & Prep Area 11 items

  1. Are all prep tables sanitized and free of old food buildup? Yes / No 15 pts
  2. Are all holding bins labeled with "Discard" times? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Is the floor under the fryers free of excessive grease? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Are specialized tongs used to prevent cross-contamination? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the KDS (Kitchen Display System) showing orders in green/yellow? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Are buns/bread stored in a sealed, dated container? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Is the "Hand Wash" sink accessible and stocked with soap? Yes / No 20 pts
  8. Are all staff members wearing clean hats/hairnets? Yes / No 10 pts
  9. Is the toaster/broiler functioning at the correct setting? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. General kitchen organization: Rating
    • Highly Disciplined 5 pts
    • Slightly Disorganized 2 pts
    • Chaotic 0 pts
  11. Current temperature of the meat holding cabinet (°F): Number

3. Fryer & Grill Stations 11 items

  1. Is the fry vat oil clear and not over-carbonized? Yes / No 15 pts
  2. Are fry baskets hung up and not sitting in oil? Yes / No 5 pts
  3. Is the grill surface scraped down after every run of meat? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are salt dispensers calibrated to deliver a standard dose? Yes / No 5 pts
  5. Is the internal temperature of cooked protein checked/logged? Yes / No 20 pts
  6. Are raw meat spatulas kept separate from cooked meat tools? Yes / No 20 pts
  7. Is the "Time/Temp" log for the current shift complete? Yes / No 15 pts
  8. Are fry scoops clean and stored in a designated holder? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Is the exhaust hood free of dripping grease? Yes / No 15 pts
  10. Quality of the cooked fries: Rating
    • Golden/Crispy/Hot 10 pts
    • Limp/Oily 2 pts
    • Overcooked 2 pts
  11. Detail any equipment calibration issues: Comments

4. Beverage & Shake Station 11 items

  1. Is the soda fountain tray free of standing liquid/syrup? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Are shake/ice cream machines sanitized daily (per log)? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Is the ice bin lid closed when not in use? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are nozzles on the juice/soda dispensers clean? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Are all cup and lid dispensers fully stocked? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Is the floor around the beverage station dry? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Are dairy mixes for shakes at or below 40°F (5°C)? Yes / No 15 pts
  8. Are CO2 tanks secured and gauges in the "Green"? Yes / No 10 pts
  9. Is the "Flavor Syrup" area organized and dated? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. Beverage station cleanliness: Rating
    • Clean/Polished 5 pts
    • Sticky Surfaces 2 pts
    • Poor/Dirty 0 pts
  11. Name of the Beverage/Front-counter lead: Short text

5. Front Counter & Dining Area 11 items

  1. Was the guest greeted within 10 seconds of arrival? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Are self-service kiosks clean and functioning? Yes / No 10 pts
  3. Are tables wiped within 2 minutes of a guest leaving? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Is the floor free of food scraps or napkins? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Are all lobby trash cans less than 75% full? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Is the condiment/napkin station organized and full? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Is the ambient temperature comfortable for dining? Yes / No 5 pts
  8. Are high chairs clean and available? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Is the music volume appropriate? Yes / No 2 pts
  10. Counter staff appearance: Rating
    • Professional/Clean 5 pts
    • Minor Uniform Issues 2 pts
    • Unprofessional 0 pts
  11. Notes on lobby furniture or floor condition: Comments

6. Storage & Cold Room 11 items

  1. Is the walk-in freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are all items stored at least 6 inches off the floor? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the "FIFO" (First In First Out) rotation being followed for all stock? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are all boxes labeled with the date received? Yes / No 5 pts
  5. Is the dry storage area organized by category? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Are there no signs of pest activity in storage areas? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Is the walk-in door seal intact with no gaps? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Are chemical cleaners stored away from food products? Yes / No 20 pts
  9. Is the stockroom floor swept and clean? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. Inventory organization level: Rating
    • Very Organized 5 pts
    • Slightly Cluttered 2 pts
    • Safety Hazard 0 pts
  11. Current temperature of the main walk-in fridge (°F): Number

7. Safety & Facilities 11 items

  1. Is the "Emergency Shut-Off" for gas accessible? Yes / No 25 pts
  2. Are all fire extinguishers charged and tagged? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Is the First Aid kit stocked and easy to find? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are "Wet Floor" signs used correctly during cleaning? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the back door alarm functioning? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Are there no burnt-out lights in the kitchen or dining area? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Is the "Employee Rights" poster visible in the breakroom? Yes / No 5 pts
  8. Are all electrical panels unobstructed? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Is the grease trap being serviced per the schedule? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Overall safety readiness score: Rating
    • High Compliance 10 pts
    • Minor Violations 5 pts
    • Critical Risk 0 pts
  11. Detail any facility repairs required immediately: Comments

8. Restrooms & Exterior 11 items

  1. Are restrooms cleaned and logged every hour? Yes / No 15 pts
  2. Are soap and paper towel dispensers full? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the restroom mirror and sink free of water spots? Yes / No 5 pts
  4. Are the parking lot and drive-thru lane free of trash? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Is the dumpster area tidy and the lids closed? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Is the exterior signage/logo fully illuminated? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Are all landscaping beds free of weeds and litter? Yes / No 5 pts
  8. Is the drive-thru menu board lit up for night service? Yes / No 10 pts
  9. Are restrooms free of unpleasant odors? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. General exterior impression: Rating
    • Clean/Well-Maintained 5 pts
    • Needs Attention 2 pts
    • Poor 0 pts
  11. Time of last parking lot walkthrough: Short text

About this template

This checklist is part of the InspectLoop template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In InspectLoop you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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