Operations / Daily operation
Restaurant Shift Handover Sheet
Hand over the service details, shortages, issues, and priorities the next shift needs to know.
At a glance
Ready for the next shift
A good handover prevents the next shift from rediscovering the same problem. Use this sheet to make the important details clear, prioritised, and easy for an incoming manager to acknowledge.
Best for
Shift managers and supervisors
Format
Printable handover sheet
Use
At every shift change
A4 / Letter friendly
Practical steps
How to use this resource
Follow these steps before putting the template into regular use.
Complete it before leaving
Complete the sheet before the outgoing manager leaves.
Write clear actions
Write facts, actions needed, and ownership rather than vague reminders.
Flag the priorities
Flag urgent items first.
Update availability
Include sold-out items and availability changes so guest-facing information stays current.
Sign off the handover
Ask both managers to sign off when a handover happens in person.
Printable resource
Staff Handover Sheet
Use the complete template below, or download the printable PDF for your operations binder.
Handover details
Date
Location
Outgoing shift
Incoming shift
Manager
Handover time
Service notes
What happened this shift?
Reservations / large orders
Customer follow-ups
Staff notes
Operations
Stock shortages
Sold-out items
Equipment or maintenance issues
Deliveries / suppliers
Tasks still outstanding
Priority for next shift
Sign-off
Outgoing manager
Incoming manager
Notes
Download the printable checklist
Print it for your manager station, opening folder, clipboard, or staff operations binder.
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