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Order Verification

Order details match the packing list critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Delivery address and event time confirmed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Special instructions reviewed

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Client contact information available

Yes No N/A

Final headcount confirmed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Food Temperature and Safety

Hot foods are held at safe temperature critical (required)

Cold foods are held at safe temperature critical (required)

Potentially hazardous foods are properly covered and protected critical (required)

Yes No N/A

All food containers are labeled

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Allergen items are identified and separated critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Packing and Transport Readiness

All items are packed securely to prevent spills critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Insulated carriers or hot boxes are loaded critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Cold holding containers or coolers are loaded with ice packs as needed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Transport vehicle is clean and ready

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Load is secured for transport critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Service Ware and Supplies

Plates, bowls, and serving utensils are included critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Napkins, cups, and beverage supplies are included

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Chafing fuel, sternos, or warming supplies are included if needed

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Serving equipment and display items are included

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Extra supplies for contingencies are packed

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Staff Readiness and Departure

Assigned staff understand setup and delivery responsibilities critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Route and arrival time are confirmed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Contact number for event or client is available

Yes No N/A

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Run: Catering Off-Premise Pre-Departure Checklist

Order Verification

Food Temperature and Safety

Packing and Transport Readiness

Service Ware and Supplies

Staff Readiness and Departure

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