Training new restaurant managers can be easier. Here’s how.
Use this free Restaurant Manager Training Checklist to help streamline your training process and set your new managers up for success.
What’s inside?
Info on the importance of a restaurant manager training checklist
Info on how to set your staff up for success in their first few weeks using a printable or digital manager checklist
Everything that a new restaurant manager needs to learn before running the show
Looking to streamline your manager's training shifts and set them up for success? We’ve got you covered.
Bringing new managers onto your team can be both exciting and challenging. You want to ensure that your new hires know what to do and feel confident on the floor. This checklist makes it easier.
Your Restaurant Manager Training Checklist acts as an agenda or to-do list for your new hire. With a checklist like this, you can ensure that your new managers will be fully prepared before their first live shift. This makes for more efficient training shifts.
We hope this checklist helps you streamline your training process and enables management to focus on what matters most – running a successful restaurant.
After downloading the free Restaurant Manager Training Checklist, be sure to check out the other resources below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a restaurant manager training checklist?
A: A step-by-step list of tasks and competencies a new manager should complete during onboarding, covering operations, staff supervision, and compliance.
Q: What topics should new manager training cover?
A: Core areas include menu familiarity, scheduling and labor management, inventory and ordering, POS systems, staff supervision, food safety compliance, and guest service recovery.
Q: How long should manager training take?
A: Many restaurants budget 2-6 weeks depending on the manager's prior experience and the complexity of the operation.
Q: How do I customize this checklist for my restaurant type?
A: Add or remove tasks based on your service style, for example, adding bar management training for full-service restaurants or drive-thru procedures for quick-service.
Q: What format is the manager training checklist available in?
A: It's available as aPDF.
Q: How do I track completion of manager training tasks?
A: Use the checklist as a sign-off sheet, or import the tasks into Toast's team management tools to track progress digitally.
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