Retail Store Closing Checklist
Creating a retail store closing checklist using eAuditor Audits & Inspection involves outlining tasks that need to be completed at the end of each day to ensure the store is properly secured, cleaned, and prepared for the next business day. eAuditor Audits & Inspection is a versatile platform that allows you to customize checklists, add notes, and include photos for better documentation. Below is an outline of what your retail store closing checklist might include:
1. Store Security
- Lock all doors and windows
- Confirm that all entry points are securely locked.
- Activate the alarm system
- Ensure that the alarm system is activated.
- Secure the cash register
- Close and secure all cash registers and cash drawers.
- Set the alarm for safe
- Activate the safe alarm if available.
2. Financial Tasks
- Cash counting and reconciliation
- Count the cash in registers and reconcile with sales.
- Prepare bank deposit
- Prepare the daily deposit bag for the bank.
- Log all transactions
- Ensure that all transactions are logged and receipts are stored properly.
- Store daily sales reports
- Generate and store daily sales reports for records.
3. Inventory Management
- Check and record inventory levels
- Verify that all high-value items are accounted for.
- Remove expired or damaged goods
- Take out any expired or damaged goods and log them.
- Restock shelves
- Replenish items as needed for the next day.
4. Store Cleanliness
- Sweep and mop floors
- Ensure all floors are clean and free of debris.
- Clean restrooms
- Check and clean the restrooms, restocking supplies if needed.
- Empty trash bins
- Remove and dispose of all trash appropriately.
- Sanitize surfaces
- Wipe down counters, doors, and other high-touch surfaces.
5. Merchandise and Displays
- Organize displays
- Ensure all displays are neat and presentable for the next day.
- Secure high-value items
- Lock up or secure any high-value merchandise.
6. Equipment Check
- Turn off lights
- Ensure all unnecessary lights are turned off.
- Power down equipment
- Power off computers, POS systems, and other electronic devices.
- Check refrigeration units
- Verify that all refrigeration units are functioning correctly.
7. Communication
- Log closing activities
- Document any important information, incidents, or issues encountered during closing.
- Send end-of-day report
- Email or log the end-of-day report to the manager or appropriate team.
- Communicate with the next shift
- Leave notes or updates for the opening staff.
8. Final Walkthrough
- Perform a final walkthrough
- Conduct a last check of the store to ensure everything is in order.
- Ensure all staff have left
- Confirm that all employees have left the premises.
9. Exit the Store
- Exit and lock the main door
- Ensure that the main door is securely locked behind you.
Implementation in eAuditor Audits & Inspection
- Custom Fields: Add fields for each of the above tasks, allowing staff to mark them as complete.
- Notes Section: Provide a section where employees can add notes about any issues encountered.
- Photo Attachments: Allow photo attachments for tasks such as inventory check or equipment status.
- Signatures: Include a field for the staff member’s signature to confirm that they have completed the checklist.