Restaurant Waste Management Compliance Checklist Template
Ensure your restaurant stays compliant and eco-friendly! Our Restaurant Waste Management Checklist Template simplifies tracking and auditing, covering food waste, recycling, grease disposal, and more. Download now and reduce your environmental impact while avoiding costly fines.
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Waste Stream Identification & Characterization
Assess and document the types of waste generated (food waste, packaging, recyclables, etc.).
Estimated Total Waste Generated (lbs/week)
Primary Waste Streams
If 'Other' selected above, please specify the waste type:
Which waste streams are currently separated?
Attach a current waste audit report (if available)
Is a detailed waste stream breakdown available?
Food Waste Reduction & Prevention
Evaluate practices to minimize food waste generation at the source (portion control, inventory management).
Average Plate Waste (% of food served)
Food Cost as % of Revenue
Description of Portion Control Measures
Inventory Management System Used?
Food Waste Reduction Strategies Implemented (select all that apply)
Date of last food waste audit
Notes on current efforts and challenges in reducing food waste.
Recycling Program Management
Verify proper segregation, collection, and disposal of recyclable materials.
Type of Recycling Bins Used (e.g., Single Stream, Dual Stream)
Number of Recycling Bins Available
Description of Recycling Signage & Labeling
Recyclable Materials Accepted (Select all that apply)
Last Recycling Bin Cleaning Date
Location of Recycling Storage Area
Photograph of Recycling Area
Composting Program (if applicable)
Assess the effectiveness of the composting process and adherence to regulations.
Composting Method Used?
Volume of Compost Generated (Gallons/Week)
Date of Last Compost Pile Turning/Maintenance
Describe any issues encountered during the composting process.
What materials are included in the compost mix?
Compost Quality Assessment (Visual)
Grease Trap Maintenance
Confirm regular cleaning and maintenance of grease traps to prevent sewer blockages.
Last Grease Trap Cleaning Date
Grease Trap Capacity (Gallons)
Grease Level (Inches from top)
Description of Cleaning Procedure Followed
Condition of Grease Trap (Post-Cleaning)
Photographic Evidence of Grease Trap Condition (Pre & Post Cleaning)
Date of Next Scheduled Cleaning
Hazardous Waste Management
Identify and manage any hazardous waste streams (cleaning chemicals, expired food) according to regulations.
Are cleaning chemicals stored properly?
Quantity of expired food/chemicals (estimate)
Description of hazardous waste identified (if any)
Date of last hazardous waste inspection
Which of the following hazardous waste types are generated?
Upload SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for key chemicals
Waste Hauler Compliance
Verify the waste hauler is properly licensed and following environmental regulations.
Hauler License Type (e.g., General, Medical)
License Number
License Expiration Date
Hauler Insurance Details (Certificate of Insurance)
Copy of Hauler's Operating Permit (if applicable)
Is the hauler registered with relevant environmental agencies?
Notes on hauler performance or any reported issues
Employee Training
Ensure all employees are trained on proper waste management procedures.
Training Topic 1 (e.g., Waste Segregation)
Training Topic 2 (e.g., Grease Trap Awareness)
Date of Last Training Session
Number of Employees Trained
Training Delivery Method (e.g., In-person, Online)
Attach Training Materials (e.g., Presentation, Manual)
Employee Acknowledgment of Training
Recordkeeping & Documentation
Maintain accurate records of waste generation, disposal, and recycling activities.
Date of Waste Audit
Total Waste Generated (lbs/kg)
Amount of Waste Diverted from Landfill (lbs/kg)
Waste Hauler Name
Notes on Waste Stream Changes (if any)
Waste Disposal Manifests (Upload)
Date of Last Employee Training
Regulatory Compliance & Permits
Confirm adherence to all applicable local, state, and federal waste management regulations and permit requirements.
Applicable Local Waste Management Ordinance(s)
Specify other local ordinance (if selected above)
State Waste Management Permits Required?
Copy of State Waste Management Permit (if applicable)
Permit Expiration Date (if applicable)
EPA Identification Number (if applicable)
Does the facility have a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan?
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