Convenience Store Daily Checklist

The parking lot and forecourt are free of litter, debris, and standing water.

All fuel pumps are operational and displaying correct pricing.

Pump nozzles, hoses, and holsters are in good condition with no visible damage.

Emergency fuel shutoff is accessible and unobstructed.

Forecourt lighting is functional, including canopy lights.

The air and vacuum station is operational and priced correctly.

Car wash (if present) is operational and signage is accurate.

Exterior signage, price boards, and promotional banners are correct and undamaged.

Squeegee stations are stocked with fluid and clean tools.

Forecourt trash cans are emptied and not overflowing.

No fuel spills or hazardous conditions are present on the pump island.

Entry mats are in place, clean, and lying flat with no trip hazard.

All aisle floors are dry and free of slip hazards.

Wet floor signs are available and stored accessibly.

Shelves are fully faced, fronted, and free of visible gaps.

Shelf pricing labels are present, legible, and match the product on display.

No expired or damaged products are present on the sales floor.

Promotional displays match current promotional period and pricing.

Lottery ticket dispensers are stocked and functioning.

Windows and entry doors are clean and free of smudges and signage clutter.

Sales floor cleaning has been completed and signed off for this shift.

All refrigerated display units are operating within the required temperature range.

Temperature log has been completed and recorded for this shift.

Cooler shelves are fully stocked with priority never-out items.

Products are rotated with the nearest expiry date at the front.

No expired or damaged products are present in the cooler.

Cooler doors close and seal properly with no visible gasket damage.

Cooler lighting is fully functional.

The roller grill is operational, at correct temperature, and stocked per planogram.

Hot food items are labeled with cook time, expiry time, and product name.

Food items past their holding time have been discarded and logged.

Food service area surface temperature is recorded and within required range.

The coffee and hot beverage station is stocked, clean, and operational.

Fountain drink station is stocked, nozzles are clean, and ice is available.

Food service equipment (fryers, warmers, microwaves) is operating correctly.

Single-use gloves, tongs, and food-handling tools are available at all stations.

Food service area cleaning has been completed and signed off for this shift.

Restrooms have been cleaned and signed off for this shift.

Soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue are stocked in all restrooms.

All fixtures (toilets, sinks, hand dryers) are functioning.

Restroom floors are dry and free of standing water.

"Employees must wash hands" signage is posted and visible.

All POS terminals and card readers are operational.

The cash drawer has been counted and the opening float confirmed against the expected amount.

Opening float amount recorded: [enter amount]

Receipt paper rolls are stocked at all registers.

Lottery terminals are operational and ticket inventory is confirmed.

Tobacco displays are locked, compliant with local display regulations, and correctly priced.

Age-restricted product signage is posted at all relevant display areas.

The security camera feed at the register is active and unobstructed.

Loyalty program materials and promotional signage at checkout are current.

All staff on shift have completed age verification training.

Challenge policy and minimum age signage is posted at the checkout.

The age verification log from the previous shift has been reviewed by the shift manager.

Alcohol display complies with local regulations on placement and signage.

Tobacco products are stored and displayed in accordance with applicable regulations.

Any restricted product sold during this shift requiring ID was logged correctly.

Surveillance cameras are operational and covering all required areas.

DVR or cloud recording system is active with no error messages.

Safe balance has been verified and recorded by the shift manager.

Safe balance recorded: [enter amount]

Fire extinguishers are present, unobstructed, and within service date.

Emergency exits are unobstructed and exit signage is illuminated.

The first aid kit is stocked and accessible.

Emergency contact list and incident report forms are accessible to all staff.

The panic button or duress alarm is functional (test per local schedule).

The spill kit is stocked and accessible.

The shift manager has reviewed the incident log and any open issues from the previous shift.

Open maintenance issues are documented and reported to the relevant contact.

Outstanding stock orders or deliveries expected this shift are confirmed.

The outgoing shift manager has briefed the incoming shift manager on pending tasks.

All required shift documentation (temperature logs, age verification log, cash count) is complete and filed.