How To Clean A Commercial Kitchen? A Cooksmill Hospitality Guide
Cleaning is an essential part of life. From cleaning around the house to offices, schools and kitchens, there’s no underestimating the importance of a clean and hygienic workplace. A clean kitchen isn't just about looking nice, it's crucial for food safety, employee health, and overall business success. Proper cleaning techniques help to minimise the spread of harmful bacteria and protect the health of both customers and staff. Working in a clean kitchen can also boost the morale of staff and encourage good hygiene practices.
Kitchen Cleaning
The kitchen is the heart of any good restaurant/business and, therefore requires the most attention. The quality of the food served directly depends on the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen environment. Different parts of the kitchen require different cleaning tasks at different intervals. For example, hard-to-reach areas like walls, ceilings, and ventilation systems should be deep cleaned on a regular basis, but not necessarily daily.
High-touch surface areas require cleaning multiple times a day. The Cooksmill Antibacterial Surface Sanitiser packs a powerful cleaning punch and reduces the risk of surface contamination. This cleaning solution has been designed to effectively eliminate germs, bacteria, and viruses from various surfaces, ensuring a hygienic environment. For stainless steel surfaces, we have a Stainless Steel Cleaner which is ideal for kitchen appliances, countertops, sinks, and more. This cleaner restores the natural shine of stainless steel while also protecting it from future smudges.
Crockery And Cutlery Cleaning
Whether you’re cleaning your dishes by hand or machine, you need a cleaning solution you can trust. For dishwashers, the Cooksmill Machine Dishwasher Liquid is a great choice and helps to quickly clean grease and food debris from both crockery and cutlery. Coming in a handy 5-litre bottle, this dishwashing liquid is both cost-effective and ensures you have enough to last through busy periods. We also have Glasswasher Detergent, specifically designed to work with glasswashing machines.
To keep your machines in the best state, a Rinse Aid is recommended. This is formulated to shed water and speed draining and drying to produce a sparkling spot and streak-free finish. Also, Salt Tablets are a great way to prevent limescale build up in your appliances. They can help transform hard water into softer and cleaner water. Salt granules also achieve the same result and soften the inlet water supply to your dishwasher.
If you are washing dishes without a machine, reliable washing-up liquid makes it a bit easier. Cooksmill’s Standard Washing Up Liquid is ideal for all dishes and perfect for both home and commercial use. This solution helps to remove grease and stains from your dishes, leaving them in sparkling condition. Featuring a powerful 10% concentration and coming in a 5 litre bottle, this formula is fast-acting and reduces dishwashing time.
General Kitchen Maintenance
We have a range of different kitchen cleaning accessories for general kitchen maintenance. The Cooksmill Heavy Duty Degreaser can be used on several different machines/surfaces and helps to remove the build-up of heavy oil, grease and dirt. For drain unblocking, we have a range of caustic soda products. These strong formulas remove any blockages in the drain and keep your sinks clean and free of backup or food debris getting stuck. Our oven cleaner is another fantastic product to remove carbon deposits and heavy soiling from ovens, grills, griddles etc, keeping your oven in the best condition for cooking.
Washroom Cleaning
Bathrooms, washrooms, toilets, whatever you know them by, they demand cleaning. Constantly. And while cleaning the washroom might not be the most enjoyable, it’s a task that needs doing, and we have products that make it a little easier. Bleach is a go-to tried and tested product for a multitude of cleaning tasks in the bathroom. We have normal bleach, extra thick bleach and professional bleach, all available in handy 5-litre bottles. The potent formulation targets tough stains, grime, and bacteria, effectively eliminating dirt and odours.
For more directed cleaning, specific toilet cleaners are effective and eliminate germs quickly. Cooksmill’s Perfumed Toilet Cleaner is a non-acidic option that’s gentle on the toilet but tough on germs. Leaving the toilet smelling fresh, this cleaner is incredibly effective and safe for use on septic tanks as well. This cleaner comes in a larger, 5-litre capacity for refills or general larger cleaning needs. Similarly, we have urinal screens available in different scents. These urinal screens feature an innovative design that incorporates unique features such as antimicrobial materials, splash-reducing fins, and built-in fragrance systems.
Another must-have is hand soap. Make sure both your staff and customers have a way to effectively wash their hands, helping to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria. Our liquid hand soap offers a gentle yet thorough cleansing experience. Available as both a perfumed and unperfumed soap, these 5-litre bottles are perfect for the hospitality industry where refilling is needed frequently. For a quicker clean, we have a rapid drying hand sanitiser which is moisturising and non-tainting. Hand sanitiser is key to have on hand for kitchens and food prep areas as well, making this a versatile purchase.
Front-Of-House Cleaning
Keeping the customer side of your establishment clean is just as important as the staff side. You want your customers to feel welcome and enjoy their food in a hygienic environment. We have a wide range of floor-cleaning chemicals to help you do just that. Our floor cleaning chemicals come in 5-litre bottles and are great for whatever type of floor you have, from washing and waxing floors, to floor strippers.
Our range of disinfectants can be used to clean tables, chairs, and other surfaces between customers. This is key to stopping the spread of germs and ensuring your customers are seated at a clean table. The floral disinfectant and pine disinfectant can be easily poured into one of our spray bottles and used right away. For a quicker and easier cleaning need, we have Antibac spray in a handy 750ml bottle that cleans and protects different surfaces. Furniture polish can be used on wood and glass furniture that requires a little more care to truly shine.
Another great way to entice customers through cleanliness is sparkling windows. Who doesn’t appreciate a smudge-free glass window? Cooksmill’s Window/Mirror Cleaner comes in an easy-to-use 750ml spray bottle and is suitable for commercial, domestic and automotive use. Simply spray and use a soft cloth to wipe away any fingerprints, smudges or stains on the window and glass.
Cleaning With Cooksmill
With so many cleaning chemicals to choose from, here at Cooksmill, we have everything you need to keep your surfaces, appliances and washrooms clean and sparkling. Leave a positive impression on customers and guests by presenting them with a clean place to enjoy their meal, and ensure your staff feels productive in a hygienic work environment. Enjoy free delivery on orders over £60 excluding VAT.
