Commercial Kitchen Maintenance Checklist

Griddles & Grills: Some things to add to your checklist regarding your grills and griddles include:

• Wipe down griddles and grills after use

• Clean burners

• Check grease filters

Dishwashers & Sinks: Some things to add to your checklist regarding your dishwashers include:

• Clean the filter every 15-20 cycles

• Train employees to rinse food and debris from plates and cookware before loading the dishwasher to prevent clogs and drainage issues.

• Check chemical levels (detergent, sanitizer, rinsing aids)

• Inspect tank water and change regularly

• Look for chips, dents or damages to dish racks

Fryers: Your maintenance checklist should include:

• Extract dirty oil regularly

• Clean fry baskets and inspect for damages

• Check and clean combustion fans

• Pay close attention to the quality of the oil you’re using in the fryer

• Check for gas leaks

Ranges: To ensure your commercial range continues to work effectively, add these elements to your checklist:

• Grease valve knobs regularly

• Burners and grates are cleaned and secure

• Move range and clean behind it

• Check thermostat is working properly

• Train kitchen staff to use ranges correctly to avoid safety hazards and damages

Fridges & Freezers: Be sure to include the following in your checklist:

• Look over door hinges and closers

• Clean gaskets and lubricate hinges

• Check refrigerant level

• Check and adjust defrost timers

• Check electrical connections

• Inspect suction line insulation

• Calibrate thermometers

Storage Spaces: Some things to add to your checklist regarding your dry storage spaces include:

• Food and supplies are kept off of the floor

• All food is properly labeled

• Temperatures in dry food storage spaces are up to code

• Employees are trained in FIFO food storage practices (First In, First Out)

Floor Maintenance: Some things to add to your checklist kitchen regarding flooring include:

• Use a degreaser to get rid of grease and soils

• Remove floor mats, sweep, and mop regularly

• Look for cracks, holes, or bumps in the floor that could be a tripping hazard

• Ensure all floor drains are draining properly