The Garden Bistro

Servers Opening Checklist

For Week Beginning_____________________
Task # TASKS Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.

MISE EN
PLACE

001 Set up floral arrangements on each table X X X X X X X

Ensure clean and polished cutlery is placed at each

002 setting X X X X X X X

003 Polish wine glasses and water tumblers X X X X X X X

004 Check and refill salt and pepper shakers X X X X X X X

005 Check and stock linen napkins X X X X X X X

006 Fold and arrange linen napkins in designated style X X X X X X X

007 Check cleanliness and setup of each table and booth X X X X X X X

008 Ensure all table condiments are full and clean X X X X X X X

Set up high chairs and boosters for families with

009 children X X X X X X X

PARKING LOT

Check and clean the exterior of the restaurant, including

010 entrance area X X X X X X X

011 Ensure the parking lot is free of debris and well-lit X X X X X X X

Check the availability of handicapped parking spaces
012 and access ramps X X X X X X X

ENTRYWAY

013 Ensure the entryway is clean, well-lit, and inviting X X X X X X X

Check the display of restaurant information, menus, and

014 promotions X X X X X X X

015 Check the functioning of the automatic door X X X X X X X

The Garden Bistro

Servers Closing Checklist
For Week Beginning_____________________
Task # TASKS Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.

MISE EN
PLACE

001 Wrap cutlery in paper napkins for the next day's service X X X X X X X

Return polished cutlery to storage and replace as

002 needed X X X X X X X

003 Collect and store clean wine glasses and water tumblers X X X X X X X

Restock salt and pepper shakers and ensure they are

004 clean X X X X X X X

005 Collect and store used linen napkins for laundering X X X X X X X

006 Fold and store linen napkins for the next day X X X X X X X

Clear and reset tables and booths for the next day's
007 service X X X X X X X

008 Refill and clean all table condiments for the next day X X X X X X X

009 Store high chairs and boosters in designated areas X X X X X X X

PARKING LOT

Check and clean the exterior of the restaurant, including

010 entrance area X X X X X X X

011 Ensure the parking lot is free of debris and well-lit X X X X X X X

Ensure all outdoor signs and lighting are working
012 properly X X X X X X X

ENTRYWAY

013 Ensure the entryway is clean, well-lit, and inviting X X X X X X X

Check the display of restaurant information and

014 promotional materials X X X X X X X

Check the functioning of the automatic door and lock if

015 required X X X X X X X

HOST STATION
Task # TASKS Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.

016 Organize reservation book and update for the next day X X X X X X X

Check the waiting list and inform guests of their table

017 status X X X X X X X

018 Restock high chairs, boosters, and children's menus X X X X X X X

This comprehensive Operations Checklist Job Aid for the servers and bussers at The Garden Bistro
provides a detailed list of tasks for both opening and closing duties. The checklist ensures that all front-
of-house operations are efficiently performed, contributing to the restaurant's success and maintaining
a seamless dining experience for guests.
With this Job Aid, managers and staff will have a clear guide to follow, promoting consistency in service
and operations. The customizable format allows for weekly updates, making it easy to adjust the
checklist according to specific needs or changes in the restaurant's concept or requirements.
This tool will enhance communication and collaboration between team members and provide a valuable
resource for both new and experienced staff members. By using this Operations Checklist Job Aid, The
Garden Bistro will uphold its commitment to exceptional guest service and operational excellence.