Daily
- Record temperatures for every fridge, freezer, cold room and prep counter.
- Check nothing is blocking airflow inside units.
- Wipe spills from door seals.
Weekly
- Clean condenser grilles that staff can safely reach.
- Check ice machine bin drainage.
- Confirm door closers still pull the cold room shut.
Monthly
- Inspect all door seals for splits and compression loss.
- Verify controller readings against an independent thermometer.
- Clear drain lines with hot water where accessible.
Quarterly, by a technician
Full service on all refrigeration, including gas readings, defrost testing, probe calibration and a written remedial list.
Emergency preparedness
Know which unit can absorb stock from a failure, keep insulated containers and ice packs on hand, and keep your refrigeration contractor's after-hours number on the kitchen wall — not just in one manager's phone.