Checklist template

Store Opening Daily Checklist

A ready-to-use checklist with 49 items in 8 sections, covering Exterior & Entry Readiness, Lighting & Atmosphere, Safety & Hazard Sweep, Sales Floor & Merchandising, POS & Cash Management, Restroom & Hygiene Scan and more. Use it as-is in InspectLoop, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 8 Sections
  • 49 Items
  • 40 Yes / No checks
  • 8 Scored ratings
  • 830 Points

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1. Exterior & Entry Readiness 7 items

  1. Is the parking lot and sidewalk free of overnight debris/litter? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Are all entrance doors unlocked and operating smoothly? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the entrance glass clean and free of smudges/fingerprints? Yes / No 5 pts
  4. Are overnight delivery remains (pallets/crates) removed from the front? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the "Open" sign functional and turned on? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Are entrance mats correctly positioned and flat? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Exterior Curb Appeal: Rating
    • Inviting/Pristine 15 pts
    • Needs Light Cleaning 7 pts
    • Poor/Unprofessional 0 pts

2. Lighting & Atmosphere 6 items

  1. Are 100% of sales floor lights functional (no burnt-out bulbs)? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Is the store music/audio set to the correct brand volume? Yes / No 10 pts
  3. Is the HVAC set to a comfortable temperature for customers? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Are all digital displays and monitors powered on and current? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Is the store free of any stagnant or unpleasant odors? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Ambiance Readiness: Rating
    • Fully Immersive 15 pts
    • Functional/Basic 7 pts
    • Poor Atmosphere 0 pts

3. Safety & Hazard Sweep 6 items

  1. Was a full-floor walk conducted to ensure zero trip hazards? Yes / No 30 pts
  2. Are fire exit paths completely clear of stock or trash? Yes / No 50 pts
  3. Are all "Wet Floor" signs stored unless active spills exist? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are all high-shelf items pushed back and secure? Yes / No 20 pts
  5. Is the First Aid kit accessible and the AED showing "Ready"? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Morning Safety Status: Rating
    • Zero Hazards 40 pts
    • Minor Clutter 20 pts
    • Critical Hazard Found 0 pts

4. Sales Floor & Merchandising 6 items

  1. Are all aisles "straightened and faced" (product to edge)? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are all "New Arrival" or "Promo" signs correctly placed? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Are price tags present and accurate for all featured items? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Are there zero empty gaps on primary focal displays? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the floor swept/vacuumed and free of dust bunnies? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Merchandising Standard: Rating
    • Grand Opening Ready 20 pts
    • Needs Minor Zoning 10 pts
    • Disorganized 0 pts

5. POS & Cash Management 7 items

  1. Are all registers powered on and software loaded? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are opening cash banks verified and secured in drawers? Yes / No 30 pts
  3. Is the checkout counter clean and free of paperwork/clutter? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are receipt paper rolls stocked in all printers? Yes / No 5 pts
  5. Are shopping bags and gift wrap supplies fully replenished? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Are impulse/point-of-purchase displays neatly stocked? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Checkout Readiness: Rating
    • Efficient/Organized 20 pts
    • Partially Ready 10 pts
    • Not Ready for Sales 0 pts

6. Restroom & Hygiene Scan 5 items

  1. Are restrooms fully stocked (TP, Soap, Paper Towels)? Yes / No 30 pts
  2. Are all toilets and sinks functional and clean? Yes / No 25 pts
  3. Are mirrors streak-free and trash cans empty? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Is the morning cleaning log signed and dated? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Sanitation Level: Rating
    • Impeccable 20 pts
    • Passable 10 pts
    • Failed/Needs Action 0 pts

7. Team & Back-of-House 6 items

  1. Is the daily sales goal/KPI posted for the team to see? Yes / No 15 pts
  2. Was a "Morning Huddle" held to discuss today's tasks? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Is the staff breakroom clean and organized for the day? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are all staff members in full, clean uniforms? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Are time-clocks functional and employee schedules posted? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Team Alignment: Rating
    • High Energy/Informed 20 pts
    • Neutral/Basic 10 pts
    • Uninformed/Low Energy 0 pts

8. Technology & Security 6 items

  1. Is the security/CCTV system active and recording? Yes / No 30 pts
  2. Is the guest Wi-Fi network functional and accessible? Yes / No 10 pts
  3. Are all inventory handhelds/scanners charged and ready? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Is the back door alarm armed/functioning? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. System Status: Rating
    • All Systems Go 20 pts
    • Minor Tech Issue 10 pts
    • Critical System Down 0 pts
  6. Manager's Opening Summary & Outstanding Issues: Comments

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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