Convenience Store Pre-Shift Open Audit

Pre-shift opening inspection for convenience stores covering signage, register readiness, money order setup, ATM status, coffee station, and food temperature checks.

Store Opening Readiness

• Entrance unlocked and customer access clear
• Sales floor free of trip hazards and obstructions
• Lighting adequate in sales floor and checkout area
• Trash removed and front counter presentable
• POS terminal powered on and ready for transactions

Signage and Customer Notices

• Store hours posted and accurate at entrance
• Age-restricted sales notices visible where required
• Refund, return, or payment policy signage posted if required
• Promotional signage does not block required notices
• Emergency exit and fire safety signage visible and unobstructed

Register and Cash Handling

• Cash drawer stocked with correct starting bank
• Receipt printer loaded and printing clearly
• Card reader and contactless payment terminal operational
• Register screen logged in and ready for sale
• Lottery, money order, or other special transaction forms secured and available

Money Order and ATM Checks

• Money order stock available and stored securely
• Money order machine or process ready for use
• ATM powered on and in service
• ATM screen displays normal operating status
• ATM cash-out or error indicators checked and escalated if needed

Coffee Station

• Coffee brewers powered on and operational
• Coffee urns, dispensers, and serving area clean
• Coffee, lids, cups, creamers, and sweeteners stocked
• Waste containers empty and liners in place
• Hot beverage area free of spills and burn hazards

Food Temperature and Freshness

• Hot holding temperature of prepared food
• Cold holding temperature of refrigerated food
• Expired, damaged, or visibly unsafe food removed from sale