Daily Cleaning Checklist for Retail Store
A clean store protects customers, staff, and your brand. This Daily Cleaning Checklist for Retail Store turns routine hygiene into a simple, repeatable flow — entrances and glass polished, high-touch points disinfected, aisles cleared, fitting rooms refreshed, restrooms sanitized, and back-of-house kept tidy. Each item is specific and observable, so teams know exactly what “done” means and supervisors can verify quality at a glance.
Use it two ways: print the free PDF for clipboards and offline walk-throughs, or run it in the TARGPatrol mobile app to assign tasks by zone/shift, set due times, and capture photo proof in real time. Mixed answer types keep records audit-ready: [Flag] for pass/fail checks, [Number] for counts (sanitizer stations, mop heads, basket quantities), [Media] for before/after photos, and [Text] for notes and corrective actions.
With TARGPatrol, completions feed dashboards and daily reports you can filter by store, shift, or contractor. Recurring schedules, reminders, and SLA timers reduce missed cleanings, while trends highlight chronic issues — smudged glass, spill hotspots, overflowing bins — so you fix causes, not just symptoms. Integrations let you export results to your internal systems for audits and vendor performance reviews.
Over time, this checklist becomes a living standard that raises consistency across locations. Update steps when layouts change or seasonal displays arrive, and keep a traceable history of who cleaned what, when, and with which evidence. That transparency shortens audits from hours to minutes and keeps the sales floor inspection-ready from open to close.
Storefront glass and entrance doors cleaned (inside/out)
Door handles and push plates disinfected
Entry mats shaken/vacuumed, trip hazards removed
Exterior cigarette bins/planters tidy, litter removed
Upload one photo of storefront/entrance after cleaning
Sales floor aisles clear to marked widths
Dust removed from shelves, fixtures, and display tops
Glass showcases and mirrors polished, streak-free
High-touch surfaces (rails, basket handles) disinfected
Point-of-sale counters wiped and disinfected
Card terminals and styluses cleaned (use safe method)
Sanitizer stations filled (stations)
Note any damaged fixtures or sharp edges
Fitting rooms floors swept/vacuumed, benches wiped
Mirrors cleaned, hooks/handles disinfected
Lost items logged and stored per policy
Upload photo of a representative fitting room
Restrooms cleaned and disinfected (toilets/urinals/sinks)
Soap, paper towels, and tissue restocked
Floors mopped, no standing water
Mirrors and dispensers wiped, no streaks/residue
Air freshener installed/functional
Report any plumbing issues or leaks
Upload restroom after-clean photo
Floors: dry debris removed (sweep/vacuum)
Floors: wet mop or auto-scrub where required
Spill response executed, wet-floor signs placed/removed
Wet-floor signs available (count)
Windows (interior) spot-cleaned smudges and fingerprints
Window ledges and vents dusted
Ceiling corners and light fixtures free of cobwebs
Trash cans emptied, liners replaced (bags used)
Recycling separated correctly (paper/plastic)
Cardboard broken down and taken to baler/bin
Back-of-house waste area tidy, lids closed
Break area tables/counters wiped and disinfected
Microwave, fridge handles, and coffee area cleaned
Dish sink and drainboard cleaned, no standing dishes
Supplies restocked (cups, napkins, etc.)
Stockroom swept, pathways to exits/equipment kept clear
Shelving/dollies wiped if dusty/soiled
Tape, wrap, and banding scraps removed
Chemical/cleaning cabinet organized, labels readable
Inventory of cleaning supplies updated (items low)
List any items below reorder threshold
PPE available for staff: gloves/wipes (boxes)
Disinfectant and glass cleaner bottles at least half full
Mop heads and cloths laundered or replaced as scheduled
Safety: fire exits and panels unobstructed
Emergency signage and lighting clean/visible
Trip hazards removed (cords, hangers, debris)
Report any slip/trip incidents or near misses
Promotional signage and displays dusted and aligned
Checkout queue guides and stanchions wiped
Shopping baskets/carts cleaned and nested
Air vents/returns free of dust buildup (visual check)
HVAC filter due date checked, escalate if overdue
Odors assessed, deodorized if needed
Note any unusual odors or sources (location)
Final walk-through completed by supervisor/keyholder
Defects and corrective actions logged
Upload one final panoramic photo of sales floor













