Free Checklist Templates for Closing

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Daily Cleaning Checklist

Front-of-House Cleaning

Wipe down tables, chairs, and banquettes

Sweep and mop the dining-room floor

Polish condiment caddies, salt and pepper, menus

Reset host stand and waitlist tablet

Restrooms

Restock toilet paper, paper towels, and soap

Sanitize sinks, countertops, and toilet bowls

Clear floor drains and polish mirrors

Flag any plumbing or fixture issues

Submit a maintenance ticket for the issue

Back-of-House Cleaning

Sanitize prep tables, cutting boards, and counters

Test three-bay sink sanitizer concentration

Clean grill, flat top, range, and fryers

Log walk-in and reach-in cooler temperatures

Empty trash, replace liners, sanitize cans

Bar Area

Sanitize bar top, speed rails, and sinks

Run glassware through the bar dishwasher

Wipe taps, drip trays, and back-bar shelves

Confirm draft lines are flushed on schedule

End-of-Day Shutdown

Power down hood, equipment, and pilot lights

Cover, date-label, and store all prep

Close open tabs and run the POS end-of-day

Lock doors, set alarm, complete closing sign-off

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Daily Kitchen Cleaning Checklist

Cooking Stations

Break down and degrease the flat top

Filter the fryer oil and check clarity

Sanitize prep surfaces and cutting boards

Restock line stations to par

Refrigeration and Storage

Log walk-in and reach-in temperatures

Call the refrigeration tech

Rotate stock FIFO and pull expired items

Cover, label, and date all open containers

Wipe walk-in shelving and gaskets

Dish Pit

Test three-bay sink sanitizer concentration

Run final dish-machine cycle and check temp

Stack washed dish, glass, and flatware

Refill detergent and replace dirty rags

Floors and Waste

Sweep line and prep area floors

Mop with degreaser per dilution chart

Empty trash and break down cardboard

Sanitize trash receptacle bodies

Closing Safety Walk

Inspect hood, suppression tag, and extinguishers

Log any equipment issues for AM repair

Submit the work order to maintenance

Restock first aid and chemical caddy

Manager sign-off on the closing log

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Front-of-House Shutdown Checklist

Dining Room Reset

Wipe and sanitize tables, chairs, and booths

Reset table settings and clean menus

Sweep and mop the dining floor

Stage opening side-work for AM crew

Bar Close

Break down the well and wash speed-rail bottles

Polish glassware and stage for AM

Count bar par and flag restock needs

Email the restock list to the beverage director

Verify the liquor license is posted and current

Restroom Turn

Sanitize fixtures, stalls, and high-touch surfaces

Refill soap, paper towels, and toilet paper to par

Clear floor drains and check for standing water

Cash-Out and POS Reconciliation

Close all open tabs in the POS

Reconcile server cash-outs against the POS

Document the variance and notify the GM

Drop the deposit and log the envelope number

Lockup and Equipment Shutdown

Cover stations and stage opening mise

Power down non-essential equipment

Log final walk-in and reach-in temperatures

Escalate the temperature issue to the chef on call

Secure outdoor furniture and patio

Lock doors, arm the alarm, and confirm code

Manager Sign-Off

Walk the dining room and bar one final time

Log lost-and-found items in the manager binder

File maintenance and incident notes for the GM

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Kitchen Closing & Cleanup Checklist

Cooking Equipment Breakdown

Power down and lock out hot equipment

Scrape and degrease the flat top and char

Clean the salamander and convection ovens

Filter or change fryer oil

Confirm fryer oil action taken

Log used oil pickup in the rendering bin

Line and Prep Surfaces

Break down and sanitize the line stations

Sanitize cutting boards and prep tables

Wash and rack all knives and smallwares

Verify three-bay sanitizer concentration

Walk-In and Dry Storage

Log walk-in and reach-in temperatures

Notify GM of walk-in temperature failure

Rotate stock FIFO and pull expired items

Sweep and reset dry storage shelves

Dish Pit Shutdown

Drain and de-lime the dish machine

Verify final rinse temperature or sanitizer

Refill soap, rinse aid, and sanitizer

Sanitize the three-bay sink and pre-rinse hose

Floors, Walls, and Hoods

Pull mats and degrease the line floor

Wipe down walls, splash guards, and hood edges

Pour water down floor drains

Trash and Closing Sign-Off

Pull all trash and replace liners

Sanitize trash cans inside and out

Walk trash to the dumpster and lock the cage

Closing manager sign-off

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Mortgage Closing Checklist

Loan File Setup & Disclosures

Open the file in the transaction system

Capture loan type and year built

Deliver the lead-based paint disclosure

Confirm the signed agency disclosure

Confirm the Loan Estimate was delivered

Underwriting & Loan Conditions

Confirm submission to underwriting

Re-verify employment with a fresh VOE

Coach the borrower through credit refresh

Track conditions through clear-to-close

Appraisal, Title & Insurance

Confirm the appraisal was ordered

Compare appraised value to contract price

Negotiate the appraisal gap

Order the title commitment

Review the title commitment for objections

Clear title objections before CD issuance

Confirm the hazard insurance binder

Closing Disclosure & Pre-Closing

Confirm CD issuance three business days out

Reconcile final fees against the Loan Estimate

Verbally verify wire instructions with escrow

Confirm cash-to-close with the borrower

Signing & Funding

Schedule the final walkthrough

Coordinate the signing appointment

Witness signing of the note and deed of trust

Confirm funding authorization from the lender

Post-Closing & Compliance

Record the deed and mortgage at the county

Verify commission disbursement on the ALTA

Update MLS status to closed

Submit the file for broker compliance review

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Real Estate Closing Checklist for Sellers

Pre-Closing Preparation

Confirm closing date and location with the title company

Request the mortgage payoff statement from your lender

Order the HOA estoppel and final dues figure

Documents and Disclosures

Compile seller disclosure and lead-based paint addendum

Pull the most recent property tax bill and assessment notice

Gather keys, fobs, garage remotes, and appliance warranties

Title, Payoff and Settlement Review

Review the ALTA Settlement Statement against the contract

Verify payoff covers all liens through funding date

Verbally confirm net-proceeds wire instructions

Final Walk-Through and Repairs

Verify contracted repairs are complete with paid invoices

Document repair gaps and notify the buyer's agent

Walk the property with the buyer for final inspection

Negotiate credits or escrow holdbacks for open items

Leave the property in broom-clean condition

Closing Day

Bring photo ID and any required cashier's checks

Sign the deed and settlement documents at closing

Hand off keys, openers, and access codes to the closing agent

Post-Closing Wrap-Up

Cancel homeowner's insurance effective the recording date

File the 1099-S and settlement statement for tax records

Submit USPS change-of-address and notify recurring payees

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Restaurant Closing Checklist

Front of House Breakdown

Confirm all tabs are closed in the POS

Complete server closing side-work

Reset dining room tables and chairs

Inspect and restock restrooms

Break down the bar and lock liquor

Back of House Shutdown

Run final line check and pull 86 list

Cool, label, and date all TCS food

Log walk-in and freezer temperatures

File equipment-failure ticket for refrigeration

Test three-bay sink sanitizer concentration

Filter fryer oil and break down the line

Sweep and mop the line and dish pit

Cash-Out and Reconciliation

Run nightly POS sales and tip-out report

Reconcile each server bank and log variances

Escalate cash variance over the house threshold

Prepare the deposit and seal the safe drop

Verify all employees have clocked out

Manager Lockup

Walk the building and verify hood vents are off

Secure office, files, and shut down computers

Set the alarm and lock all exterior doors

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Restaurant Closing Checklist

Kitchen Closing & Line Breakdown

Run the final line check and 86 list

Cool and store TCS items per cooling log

Log walk-in and freezer temperatures

Move product and call refrigeration service

Filter fryer oil and clean the flat top

Sanitize boards, prep surfaces, and the pass

Run final dish load and rack for AM

Dining Room Reset

Bus, wipe, and reset all tables

Sweep and mop the dining floor

Roll silverware and stage AM service caddies

Reconcile reservation book and host stand

Bar Closing Duties

Count liquor par against the bar sheet

Rinse taps and run draft-line cleaner

Wipe well, restock garnish, and polish glassware

Lock spirits cage and beer walk-in

Restroom & Public Area Turnover

Restock paper, soap, and sanitary supplies

Sanitize fixtures, mirrors, and floors

Note any maintenance issues for AM

Submit a work order for the AM team

POS Cash-Out & Deposit

Close any open tabs in the POS

Pull the Z-report and reconcile the drawer

Investigate the variance with the responsible employee

Run server tip-out and tip-pool distribution

Drop the deposit with two-person verification

Final Walk-Through & Lockup

Walk all areas with the closing manager

Set HVAC night setback and kill non-essential power

Arm the alarm and lock all entrances

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Restaurant Closing Cleaning Checklist

Pre-Close Line Breakdown

Strip and wipe down hot line stations

Filter and skim fryer oil

Scrape and degrease the flat top

Clean the salamander and oven interiors

Walk-In and Cold-Holding

Log walk-in and reach-in temperatures

Notify the GM and move TCS food

Rotate stock FIFO and pull use-by items

Wipe down walk-in shelving and floor

Dish Pit and Three-Bay Sink

Verify three-bay sink sanitizer concentration

Run the dishwasher cleaning cycle

Break down and sanitize prep tables

Empty and sanitize BOH trash receptacles

Floors, Drains, and Pest Prevention

Sweep and degrease kitchen floors

Flush floor drains with hot water

Check pest-control bait stations and glue boards

Dining Room Reset

Wipe and sanitize all tables and chairs

Reset tables for tomorrow's first seating

Vacuum carpets and sweep hard flooring

Clean banquette seams and high chairs

Wipe down host stand and entry glass

Guest Restrooms

Scrub and sanitize toilets and urinals

Restock soap, paper towels, and toilet paper

Clean mirrors, sinks, and countertops

Mop floors and empty trash

Manager Sign-Off

Walk the building and verify all sections complete

Sign off on the closing cleaning log

File a maintenance ticket for follow-up issues

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Store Closing Checklist

Pre-Close Floor Prep

Announce closing at 30, 15, and 5 minutes

Refold tables and reface high-traffic SKUs

Clear fitting rooms of returns and empty hangers

Replenish from stockroom per the pick list

Customer Departure & Lockup

Walk the sales floor for remaining customers

Lock the front door and flip the sign to closed

Log any incidents from the shift

File the incident report

Cash Reconciliation

Run the X-report on each register

Count each drawer down to the start-of-shift float

Run the Z-report to close the POS day

Prepare the deposit bag and log

Drop the deposit in the safe

Visual & Merchandising Reset

Walk the planogram against the current schematic

Photograph end-caps and feature tables

Stage tomorrow's promo signs at the registers

Cleaning & Stockroom

Sweep, mop, and vacuum the sales floor

Empty trash and replace liners

Confirm chemicals are stored per OSHA SDS

Stage AM receiving in the dock area

Security & Lockup

Verify all back doors are locked from inside

Confirm CCTV is recording on all channels

Open a maintenance ticket for the camera outage

Set the burglar alarm

Lock the front door from outside

Submit the closing report

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Title Review Checklist

Title Commitment Intake

Upload the title commitment from the settlement agent

Match the property address and parcel ID to the contract

Note the commitment effective date and expiration

Ownership and Vesting

Confirm the vested owner matches the listing agreement

Verify the prior-24-month chain of title

Identify the tenancy type on the vesting deed

Collect the trustee certificate or LLC authority documents

Legal Description and Survey

Compare the legal description against the vesting deed

Cross-reference the legal description with the survey

Document boundary or acreage discrepancies

Order a scrivener's affidavit or corrective deed

Liens, Encumbrances, and Judgments

Pull payoff statements from each recorded lienholder

Review easements, CC&Rs, and HOA restrictions

Search for judgments, IRS liens, and child-support arrears

Confirm mechanic's liens are released or escrowed

Taxes and Assessments

Verify the current property tax bill is paid

Check for delinquent taxes and tax certificates

Reconcile HOA estoppel and special assessments

Endorsements and Exceptions

Review Schedule B-II standard exceptions

Order lender-required endorsements

Negotiate removal of the survey exception

Clear-to-Close Sign-Off

Verify deed names, legal description, and notary block

Reconcile the ALTA statement to the contract terms

Sign off on the title file

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