The Ultimate Commercial Kitchen Preventative Maintenance Checklist

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Why Maintenance Matters in Memphis

In Memphis, our high humidity and hot summers put extreme stress on refrigeration and cooling systems. A lack of maintenance doesn't just mean dirty equipment; it means compressor failure, health code violations, and lost revenue during the dinner rush. Use this checklist to keep your kitchen running like a well-oiled machine.

Daily Maintenance (Front of House & Line)

Fryers: Filter oil and clean the vessel. Debris carbonizes and ruins oil flavor.

Griddles: Scrape and clean grease troughs. Empty and wash grease traps.

Ovens: Wipe down gaskets and door glass. Food debris prevents a proper seal.

Refrigeration: Check temperatures (Coolers < 40°F, Freezers < 0°F). Verify doors close tightly.

Dishwasher: Clear scrap screens and check chemical levels.

Weekly Maintenance (Deep Clean)

Ice Machines: Inspect air filters. In Memphis, dust builds up fast.

Walk-Ins: Check for ice buildup on evaporator coils. Ensure drain lines are clear.

Sinks: Delime faucets and sprayers to prevent hard water buildup.

Ovens: Removing racks and deep clean interior walls.

Monthly/Quarterly (Professional Checks)

Some of these tasks are best handled by a certified technician to avoid voiding warranties.

Refrigeration: Clean condenser coils. This is the #1 cause of failure in Memphis summers.

Ice Machines: Deep clean and sanitize the water system (remove scale/slime).

Gas Equipment: Calibrate thermostats and check pilot lights/igniters.

Door Gaskets: Inspect for tears. A $50 gasket can save $500 in electricity.

💡 Pro Tip: The Condenser Coil

If you do only ONE thing, clean your condenser coils. A dirty coil makes your fridge run 24/7, doubling your electric bill and killing your compressor. We offer a "Coil Cleaning Special" specifically for this.

Too Much to Handle?

Running a kitchen is hard enough without worrying about condenser coils.

Our RPM Preventative Maintenance Plans cover all the quarterly/monthly tasks for you.

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