Free Digital Growth Checklist for Restaurants | 30-Day Plan
What's Inside
About This Digital Growth Checklist
This checklist breaks digital setup into four weeks: Google Business optimization in Week 1, social media presence in Week 2, email marketing in Week 3, and analytics/optimization in Week 4. Each action item includes clear instructions and an estimated time, so you know exactly what to do next.
Who Should Use This Digital Growth Checklist?
Restaurant owners who know they need a digital presence but don't know where to start. Works for a single-location cafe or a small chain.
Quick Start Guide
- 1Download and print the checklist or open it on your tablet
- 2Start on any Monday — each week builds on the previous one
- 3Complete 1-2 action items per day (15-30 minutes each)
- 4Use the tracking sheet to note what you've done and what changed
The Resource
Week 1: Google Business Foundation
0/8 completed
Week 2: Social Media Presence
0/8 completed
Week 3: Email & Online Ordering
0/7 completed
Week 4: Analytics & Optimization
0/7 completed
Pro Tip
Don't try to be on every platform. Pick Google Business + one social platform (usually Instagram for restaurants) and do them exceptionally well. Expand only after you've built a consistent routine on those two.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's designed as a 30-day plan with 1-2 action items per day, each taking 15-30 minutes.
No. Every action item includes step-by-step instructions. If you can use social media, you can complete this checklist.
Yes — it works for cafes, fine dining, fast casual, cloud kitchens, and delivery-only operations. Each item can be adapted to your format.
Digital Growth Checklist
PDF Guide · 30-day plan
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