Store Opening and Closing Checklist
Use this daily recurring checklist to ensure a productive, safe, and seamless store opening and closing.

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SECURITY
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Check store for signs of forced entry (If you see forced entry, do not enter store. Call 911)
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Check alarms
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Check cameras
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Check store lighting
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CASH MANAGEMENT
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Verify last night's deposit
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Set up registers/money for the day
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STORE EQUIPMENT
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Make sure POS/Cash registers are working
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Printer has paper and is working
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Phone is charged and working
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Music/TV is on
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STRATEGY
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Create your plan for the day (Your tasks and goals for the day)
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CUSTOMER PREP
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Walk the floor
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Inspect for cleanliness
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Adjust air or heating
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Adjust lighting
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COMMUNICATION
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Check email and respond accordingly
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Make sure website is updated (sales, inventory, etc.)
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MARKETING
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Set up displays
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Add signs for sales
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Update upsell items
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EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT
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Plan out breaks
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Set up daily goals
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INVENTORY
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Stock shelves
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Check and count inventory
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Order what's needed
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Verify incoming shipment
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OPEN
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Unlock door
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Turn on OPEN light or flip sign
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Welcome customers
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CLOSE
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Make sure all customers have exited
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Lock doors
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Turn off OPEN light or flip sign
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CLEANING
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Assign cleaning duties
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SALES REPORT
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Run sales report
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Settle credit card machines
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Verify credit card slips have been signed
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CASH MANAGEMENT
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Count cash (out of sight)
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Place in night deposit bag or safe
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STORE EQUIPMENT
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Shut down POS/Cash registers
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Printers
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Music/TV is off
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Charge phone
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Adjust air or heating to night time setting
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STRATEGY
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Compare day's performance with goals
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INVENTORY
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Finish inventory if you haven't yet for the day
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EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT
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Verify goals for the day
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Verify hours
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SECRUITY
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Turn on security cameras and lights
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Check out employees
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Set alarm
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Walk out in groups or pairs