Operations

Daily Prep System

System Implementation

  • Step 1 Download the designated form templates from the Download Library - links are listed below.
  • Step 2 Modify each form template to include items for your specific restaurant circumstances.
  • Step 3 Read the instructions and recommended learning resources to better understand how this system is used.
  • Step 4 Schedule training sessions and set expectations for all persons using the forms or accountable for using this system.
  • Step 5 Follow up daily for at least 6 weeks to ensure system is being used properly. Make adjustments as needed.
  • Download Forms

    Download the Daily Prep Sheet
    Preview

    This form is available in the following formats. You must have a compatible program installed on your computer to use them.

    Click to Download Microsoft Excel format
    Download the Weekly Prep Checklist
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    This form is available in the following formats. You must have a compatible program installed on your computer to use them.

    Click to Download Microsoft Excel format

    Instructions

    Download the Daily Prep Instructions
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    This form is available in the following formats. You must have a compatible program installed on your computer to use them.

    Click to Download Adobe PDF format

    Learning Resources

    • Article
      Scratch or Pre-Made?

      Rarely do you find restaurants that are either all "scratch" or all "pre-made." Most everyone else uses a mixture of the two approaches. Certainly the balance between pre-made and scratch can change ...

    • Article
      The Five Points of Proper Portion Control

      Your managers should be ever-vigilant about noticing any deviation from your standard portioning (and everything else) and correct, encourage or cajole as needed.