Spring Cleaning List Front Of House

Item

Detail

When To Use

Early Spring Or During A Designated Deep-Clean Day

Frequency

Annually (Spring); Some Items Monthly Or Weekly Thereafter

Who Does What

Split Between Shifts Or Assigned To Individuals For Accountability

Supplies Needed

Sanitising Spray & Cloths, Glass Cleaner, Magic Erasers Or Degreaser, Lint Rollers, Vacuum/Broom/Mop, Label Maker, Sharpie, Cleaning Gloves, Wood Polish, Stainless Steel Cleaner

#

Task

Assigned To

Done ✔

Notes

1

Deep Clean Table Bases And Undersides

Often Neglected

2

Wipe And Sanitise Chair Backs, Legs, And Seats (Especially Fabric Upholstery)

3

Check And Tighten Loose Chair Legs Or Wobbly Tables

4

Scrub Gum Or Residue From The Undersides Of Tables And Booths

5

Deep Clean Booth Crevices And Cracks (Use Vacuum Crevice Tool)

6

Polish Or Condition Wood Surfaces

7

Dust All Baseboards And Corners

8

Clean Under Mats, Rugs, And Movable Furniture

9

Steam Or Shampoo Carpeted Areas (If Applicable)

#

Task

Assigned To

Done ✔

Notes

1

Wipe Down Walls, Ledges, And Artwork With A Damp Cloth Or Duster

2

Clean Light Switches, Thermostats, And Handrails

3

Dust Light Fixtures, Ceiling Fans, And Pendant Lamps

4

Remove And Clean Ceiling Vent Covers (If Safe To Do So)

5

Remove Cobwebs From All Ceiling Corners

#

Task

Assigned To

Done ✔

Notes

1

Empty And Sanitise All Utensil Holders

2

Remove All Items From Shelves, Wipe Thoroughly, And Replace Only Needed Tools.

3

Deep Clean Pos Stations – Screen, Keyboard, And Printer Area

4

Clean Tray Jacks, Service Trays, And Serving Baskets

5

Check And Sanitise Bussing Tubs And Side Towels

6

Clean The Soda Gun And Nozzles

7

Wipe Down And Sanitise Tea, Coffee, And Water Dispensers

8

Check And Organise Sugar Caddies, Creamers, And Condiments

9

Discard Outdated Condiments Or Expired Tea Bags

10

Clean Ice Scoop Holders And The Surrounding Area

#

Task

Assigned To

Done ✔

Notes

1

Wipe Down The Host Stand – Outside Surface And Inside Drawers

2

Organise Menus; Wipe Plastic Covers Or Replace Worn Ones

3

Deep Clean Windows, Glass Doors, And Surrounding Frames

4

Disinfect Doorknobs And Push Bars

5

Check Signage (E.G., Business Hours) For Peeling Or Damage

#

Task

Assigned To

Done ✔

Notes

1

Power Wash Or Scrub Outdoor Tables And Chairs

2

Remove Cobwebs, Debris, And Pollen From All Surfaces

3

Clean Umbrellas, Outdoor Lighting, And Planter Boxes

4

Sweep, Mop, Or Hose Down Outdoor Flooring

5

Check For Loose Bolts Or Rust On Outdoor Furniture

#

Task

Assigned To

Done ✔

Notes

1

Take Inventory Of Aprons, Side Towels, Pens, And Corkscrews

2

Clean And Disinfect Server Books And Check Holders

3

Organise And Label Storage Drawers And Supply Bins

4

Discard Broken Or Outdated Equipment And Tools

5

Clean And Sanitise Linen Drawers Or Locker Areas

#

Task

Assigned To

Done ✔

Notes

1

Replace Or Clean Burned-Out Lightbulbs In Guest-Facing Areas

2

Check Music System, Speakers, And Remotes – Clean And Test

3

Clean Or Replace Air Diffusers Or Scent Systems

4

Inspect Emergency Lighting And Confirm The  First Aid Kit Is Fully Stocked

5

Review Guest Comment Cards For Any Recurring Cleanliness Or Wear-And-Tear Issues.

Tip

Detail

Split Over A Week

Divide Tasks By Section (E.G. Monday = Dining Room, Tuesday = Waitstations)

Team Rewards

Offer Lunch Or Gift Cards For Teams Who Finish Their Checklist Early And Thoroughly

Before/After Photos

Take Photos To Encourage Accountability And Celebrate Progress