ops #opening #hosts #checklist
When: 60 min before service. Owner: Lead host. Time: 30 min.
Tech
- [ ] SevenRooms tablet on, charged > 60%
- [ ] Backup tablet charged
- [ ] Printed reservation list pulled at 4:30pm
- [ ] Bar phone tested (dial out, dial in)
Reservation review
- [ ] Tonight's count noted
- [ ] Large parties (8+) flagged (reservations-large-party)
- [ ] VIP/soigné marks reviewed, briefed to MOD (role-host-vip-soigne-mark)
- [ ] Walk-in capacity calculated (open tables × turn rate)
- [ ] Any deposit-required reservations confirmed
Materials
- [ ] Menus polished, no smudges
- [ ] Wine list polished
- [ ] Specials sheet printed
- [ ] Coat check tickets stocked
- [ ] Pens at the host stand working
Pre-shift
- [ ] Pre-shift attended
- [ ] Any MOD notes (deposit holds, special occasions, press)
Sign-off
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