GAIA follows a comprehensive daily cleaning and disinfecting process to maintain a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment for our guests and staff.
Before Opening
• All dining tables, chairs, booths, bar tops, counters, and other guest-facing surfaces are cleaned and sanitized.
• High-touch surfaces, including door handles, railings, host stands, payment terminals, light switches, and other frequently handled areas, are disinfected.
• Restrooms are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, including toilets, sinks, faucets, counters, mirrors, dispensers, and door handles.
• Floors throughout the restaurant are swept, vacuumed, and/or mopped as appropriate.
• Bar and service stations are cleaned, sanitized, organized, and restocked.
• Kitchen preparation surfaces and food-contact areas are cleaned and sanitized in accordance with established food-safety procedures.
• Trash and recycling receptacles are emptied, cleaned as needed, and fitted with new liners.
Throughout Service
• Tables and seating areas are cleaned and sanitized between parties.
• Spills and debris are addressed promptly.
• High-touch surfaces are cleaned regularly throughout operating hours.
• Restrooms are inspected throughout service and cleaned or restocked as necessary.
• Bar surfaces and service stations are continuously maintained by staff.
• Glassware, dishes, utensils, and food-service equipment are washed and sanitized after use.
• Trash is removed regularly to prevent overflowing receptacles.
After Closing
• All tables, chairs, booths, bars, counters, and service areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
• Floors are swept and mopped, with additional attention given to high-traffic areas.
• Restrooms receive a complete end-of-night cleaning and disinfection.
• Bar equipment, mats, sinks, wells, and work surfaces are cleaned and sanitized.
• Kitchen surfaces, equipment, and food-preparation areas are cleaned and sanitized.
• Trash and recycling are removed from guest and service areas.