Pastry chefs preparing baked goods in a professional kitchen

Bakery Opening Shift: 7 Checks Before the First Batch

The quality of the first batch begins before the mixer starts. Check these seven basics.

Read the production sheet

Confirm the day's approved recipes, batch quantities, delivery times and priorities.

Verify ingredient stock

Check freshness, dates, correct ingredients and approved substitutions before weighing.

Protect allergen controls

Identify recipe allergens and prevent cross-contact through equipment and workflow rules.

Inspect clean equipment

Check mixer, trays, oven and workstation readiness according to your safety procedures.

Measure consistently

Use the approved weighing, dough-handling and recipe temperature requirements.

Monitor proofing and baking

Follow the specific recipe's times, temperatures and quality checks rather than guessing.

Cool, label and store safely

Use approved cooling, packaging, traceability and storage procedures for finished goods.

Put the checklist to work.

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