Hotel Breakfast Service Audit

Use this Hotel Breakfast Service Checklist to ensure all tasks from buffet setup to cleanup are completed to high standards, guaranteeing a smooth guest experience.

Hotel Breakfast Service Audit



Pre-Service Setup

1. Are all buffet stations, tables, and chairs properly arranged?


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2. Is the dining area, including floors and surfaces, clean and free of debris?


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3. Are all serving equipment and utensils clean and operational?


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4. Is food attractively displayed and properly labeled?


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5. Is temperature monitoring in place for hot/cold items?


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6. Are all food and beverage supplies sufficiently stocked?


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Staff Readiness

1. Are breakfast attendants in clean uniforms with name badges?


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2. Have staff received a pre-service briefing about guest needs, specials, and expected occupancy?


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3. Is the staff knowledgeable about the menu, buffet offerings, and any dietary options?


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Greeting & Guest Seating

1. Are all guests greeted within 30–60 seconds of arrival?


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2. Is guest seating managed efficiently (prompt, polite, and attentive)?


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3. For walk-in and resident guests, are proper procedures followed to record billing or charges as required?


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4. Are tables fully set and clean before guest seating?


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Order Taking & Service

1. Is coffee/tea/juice offered within 1 minute of seating?


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2. Are beverages served within 5 minutes of ordering?


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3. Are special or off-menu requests handled effectively?


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4. Is the staff able to answer questions about ingredients or accommodate allergies?


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Food Quality & Presentation

1. Is food fresh, visually appealing, and reflecting menu descriptions?


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2. Is the order correct and served at proper temperature (cold items within 7 minutes, hot items within 10 minutes)?


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3. Are portions generous and consistent?


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4. Are at least two types of fresh juices and high-quality bakery items available? Is a selection of specialty teas/coffees offered and served hot?


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Table & Dining Room Maintenance

1. Is the restaurant ambiance comfortable (temperature, music, lighting)?


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2. Are tables cleared promptly (within 10 minutes after guest departure)?


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3. Are cutlery, crockery, and glassware spotless and undamaged?


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4. Are condiment sets (butter, milk, sugar, preserves) fresh, full, and attractively presented?


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Hygiene & Compliance

1. Does the staff use correct food handling and allergy protocols?


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2. Are food temperatures checked and recorded?


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3. Are hygiene standards consistently met in guest and back-of-house areas?


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4. Are maintenance issues or hazards reported promptly?


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Guest Experience & Feedback

1. Is guest satisfaction checked during the meal?


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2. Is guest feedback solicited or encouraged at check-out?


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3. Are newspapers or reading materials available for solo diners?


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