Perishables Stocking Checklist
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Receiving the Delivery
Stage the receiving area before the truck arrives
Probe-check temps on TCS items
Match invoice line items to the PO
Inspect produce, proteins, and dairy for quality
Decide whether to accept or reject the load
Reject and Credit Process
Photograph the rejected items on the dock
File the credit request with the distributor rep
Adjust the prep list around the shorted items
Walk-In Storage and Rotation
Date-label every case and pack with use-by
Rotate FIFO with older stock pulled forward
Shelve raw proteins below ready-to-eat items
Move frozen goods to the freezer within 15 minutes
Inventory and Cost Tracking
Enter received quantities into MarginEdge or R365
Flag price variances above 10% for the chef
Update par sheet for tomorrow's order build
Pull and discard items past the use-by date
Walk-In Maintenance and Sign-Off
Log walk-in and reach-in temps on the cooler chart
Wipe down shelves and sweep walk-in floor
Manager sign-off on the receiving record
