Hotel Store Room Inventory Checklist Guide with eAuditor

Why Hotel Store Room Inventory Matters in Hotels

Every successful hotel runs on precision behind the scenes. Whether you're managing guest amenities, cleaning supplies, or minibar items, your hotel store room inventory plays a vital role in keeping operations smooth. Without a reliable inventory system, things slip—stock goes missing, over-ordering kicks in, and guest satisfaction takes a hit.

Fortunately, with tools like eAuditor Audits & Inspections, you can stay in control. This guide will walk you through how to implement and maintain a Hotel Store Room Inventory Checklist, including category-specific sections and real-world examples to make the process feel both human and manageable.

 

Using eAuditor Audits & Inspections for Smart, Streamlined Inventory Management

Before diving into the checklist itself, let’s talk briefly about the platform. eAuditor lets you digitize your checklists, assign tasks, capture photo evidence, and generate audit reports—all in real time. You can set up scheduled inventory inspections and use templates for each department.

Case in Point:
At a boutique hotel in Vermont, the housekeeping manager saved over 12 hours a month after switching to eAuditor for weekly stock checks. Lost linen reports dropped by 40% in just one quarter.

General Details to Capture

Begin each inspection by logging key information. This helps track when and where each inventory check occurs.

Date and Time

Auditor’s Name

Department: (Housekeeping, F&B, Engineering, Front Office, etc.)

Location: Basement store, housekeeping room, minibar storage, etc.

Storage Conditions: Temperature, humidity, ventilation

Photo Capture: Snap an image of the storeroom as found

Personal Tip:
“I always take a photo before I touch anything—it saves time when explaining discrepancies later.” — Raj, Housekeeping Supervisor, Toronto

Section 1: Housekeeping Supplies
Item
In Stock (Y/N)
Reorder Needed (Y/N)
Notes
Bath Towels
Yes
No
Some showing wear – replace soon
Shampoo Bottles
No
Yes
Ran out in 2 rooms this morning
Toilet Rolls
Yes
No
Full stock
Floor Cleaner (5L)
Yes
No
1 container opened recently
Section 2: Food & Beverage Items
Item
In Stock (Y/N)
Reorder Needed (Y/N)
Notes
Mineral Water Bottles
Yes
No
Well-stocked
Instant Coffee Sachets
No
Yes
Guests requesting more refills
Red Wine (375ml)
Yes
No
Use for weekend event
Trail Mix – Mini Packs
Yes
No
Rotate stock
Section 3: Engineering & Maintenance
Item
In Stock (Y/N)
Reorder Needed (Y/N)
Notes
LED Bulbs (Warm)
Yes
No
All working fine
AA Batteries
Yes
No
Recently replenished
Faucet Replacement Kits
No
Yes
Needed for bathroom repairs
Fire Extinguisher (2kg)
Yes
No
Inspection complete last week
Section 4: Office & Front Desk Supplies
Item
In Stock (Y/N)
Reorder Needed (Y/N)
Notes
Key Cards
Yes
No
Event cards needed next week
Registration Forms
Yes
No
Printing digital versions soon
Envelopes (Business)
No
Yes
Request sent to procurement
Pens – Black Ink
Yes
No
Full box unused
Section 5: Safety & Compliance Items
Checkpoint
In Compliance (Y/N)
Action Needed (Y/N)
Notes
Fire extinguisher in place & inspected
Yes
No
Inspected 5 days ago
Emergency exits clear
Yes
No
Spills cleaned and dry
No
Yes
Leak near Housekeeping sink
PPE available (if applicable)
Yes
No
Stocked in Engineering room
Chemical labels visible
Yes
No
All chemicals properly marked
Section 6: Safety & Compliance Checks

This section helps ensure your store room remains safe, accessible, and compliant with fire and health codes.

Store room is clean and pest-free

Fire extinguisher is in place and inspected

Items are not blocking emergency exits

Chemicals are labeled and separated from food

Electrical panels are unobstructed

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available if required

Spills are cleaned and reported

Expired items are tagged and removed

Pro Tip:
Add condition photos of fire equipment and access areas using eAuditor’s mobile app. This builds a digital compliance trail—just in case you ever need it.

Closing the Inventory

Once the checklist is complete, finalize the inspection in eAuditor:

Add any comments or discrepancies.

Tag follow-up actions for supervisors.

Generate an instant PDF report.

Schedule the next audit.

👤 Supervisor Sign-Off

Name:

Signature:

Date:

Next Review Due:

Final Thoughts: Turning Routine Into Results

While a storeroom inventory might seem like a routine task, it can truly make or break back-of-house efficiency. Hotels that track stock consistently experience fewer guest complaints, smoother operations, and better cost control.

By using eAuditor Audits & Inspections, your team gains visibility, accountability, and peace of mind—all while cutting down on paperwork. And more importantly, you create a culture of readiness and pride behind the scenes.

Remember:
“It’s not just stock—it’s service in disguise.”

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