Restaurant Startup Checklist

Countdown to Opening - By Category

Months Target
Before Responsible Completion
Opening Category Activity Person/Party Date Status/Date Competed
Graphic artist
Design/
11 - select graphic artist
Construction
List of architects
Design/
9 - check references, create short list of quality firms
Construction
List of general contractors
Design/
9 - check references, create short list of quality firms
Construction
List of interior design firms
Design/
9 - check references, create short list of quality firms
Construction
Ansul system
Design/
8 - what are local requirements
Construction

Construction & development costs

Design/
8 - get estimates of buildout/construction costs from contractors
Construction
Exits
Design/ - panic hardware requirements, emergency lighting
8
Construction - fire code requirements

Design/ Handicap access/requirements

8
Construction
Architectural/design
Design/
7 - review & approve
Construction
Design/ Builder's risk insursnce
7
Construction
Contractor
Design/
7 - select contractor
Construction
Design/ Demolition work
7
Construction
Design-Exterior
Design/
7 - siding, ramps, windows, awnings, lighting
Construction
Design-Interior
Design/
7 - kitchen, bar, dining room, bar, office, lighting
Construction
Design/ General liability insurance
7
Construction
Patio / outside seating
Design/
7 - design, available seating, permits, w/w station, cost feasibility
Construction
Design/ Select architect/designer
7
Construction
Utilites billing changes
Design/ - change name/party responsible for utility bills
7
Construction - electrical, gas, water

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