The Commercial Kitchen Blog

Essential Cleaning Products for Your Restaurant Kitchen

Cleaning products every UK restaurant kitchen needs − from degreasers to sanitisers − for food safety, hygiene compliance and a spotless workspace.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

June 6, 2025

How to Clean a Commercial Kitchen Floor: Best Practices

Keep your kitchen floor spotless and safe with expert cleaning tips, tools, and UK-compliant hygiene practices for commercial food service operations.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

June 6, 2025

Your Guide to Cleaning Up After a Fire

Get expert tips on fire cleanup, from smoke and soot removal to odour control and TR19 compliance for commercial kitchens.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

May 28, 2025

What is Commercial Kitchen Cleaning? The Essential Guide for UK Businesses

The ultimate guide to commercial kitchen cleaning for UK businesses − stay compliant, prevent risks and protect your reputation.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

May 28, 2025

The Ultimate Hospital Kitchen Cleaning Checklist

Be ready for environmental health officer inspections with this hospital kitchen cleaning checklist − practical tips to keep your healthcare kitchen spotless.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

April 29, 2025

10 Health and Safety Rules in the Kitchen You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Keep your commercial kitchen safe and spotless with these 10 essential health and safety rules from the pros at KDC Hygiene Ltd.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

April 29, 2025

Expert Restaurant Kitchen Cleaning Tips and Hacks

Keep your restaurant kitchen hygienic and inspection-ready with this expert cleaning guide. Practical tips, maintenance schedules, and professional advice.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

April 11, 2025

How Long Does a Food Hygiene Certificate Last in the UK?

Learn how long food hygiene certificates last in the UK, when to renew, and the differences between levels 1, 2 and 3. Expert advice from KDC Hygiene Ltd.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

April 11, 2025

How to Clean a Kitchen Exhaust Fan: A Step-by-Step Guide to Extractor Fan Maintenance

Learn how to clean an extractor fan with this detailed guide. Remove grease, boost efficiency, and stay fire-safety compliant with our expert tips.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

April 1, 2025

The Essential Benefits of a Clean Restaurant Kitchen: More Than Just a Sparkle

The importance of cleaning in restaurant kitchens: Ensure food safety, comply with regulations, and boost your reputation with a spotless commercial kitchen.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

April 1, 2025

The 4 Cs: The Basic Principles of Food Safety for Commercial Kitchens

There’s no getting around it: In the hustle and bustle of a commercial kitchen, food safety is absolutely essential. It’s not just a nice-to-have, but the backbone of your operation. Not only does it protect the health of your customers, but it also ensures that your food business stays on the right side of legal regulations and keeps your reputation sparkling clean.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 27, 2025

The Best Way to Clean a Flooded Kitchen: A Step-by-Step Guide for Commercial Kitchens

Learn the best way to clean a flooded kitchen with this step-by-step guide for commercial kitchens. Quick tips to tackle water damage and restore your space.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 27, 2025

The Ultimate Kitchen Deep Cleaning Checklist for Commercial Kitchens

Master our kitchen deep cleaning checklist for spotless commercial spaces. Daily, weekly and monthly tasks to keep your kitchen compliant and hygienic.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 7, 2025

The Best Cleaning Products for a Commercial Kitchen

Discover the best commercial kitchen cleaning products, from surface cleaners to sanitisers, to ensure a safe, efficient and hygienic cooking environment.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 7, 2025

How to Clean a Commercial Kitchen Grill: A Step-by-Step Guide

Grills and griddles are essential in commercial kitchens. To maintain food quality, hygiene and safety, and ensure your vital piece of equipment runs efficiently, regular cleaning is a must.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

February 17, 2025

How to Remove Mould from Commercial Kitchen Cupboards

Since mould is a major health hazard, it’s a problem you can't afford to ignore. See to it ASAP to keep your commercial kitchen a safe space for cooking and working. 

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

February 17, 2025

Hear From The Experts On How To Clean A Commercial Deep Fat Fryer

Deep fat fryers are essential in commercial kitchens, but regular cleaning is key to maintaining food quality, hygiene, safety, and equipment efficiency.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

January 23, 2025

Understanding Food Safety Management Systems in Commercial Kitchens

A Food Safety Management System (FSMS) is essential for maintaining food safety, complying with regulations, and running a smooth, risk-free commercial kitchen.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

January 23, 2025

How to Remove Mould From Walls in a Commercial Kitchen

Mould isn't something you want to leave on your kitchen walls. You need to remove it and remove it now.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

January 13, 2025

How to Clean Your Kitchen Extractor Fan: A Complete Guide

Whether you’re a restaurant owner or manager looking to keep up top-notch kitchen standards, this guide will help you clean your extractor fan’.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

January 13, 2025

10 Expert Tips For Cleaning A Commercial Oven

Keeping a commercial kitchen spotless is no easy task, and the oven is often overlooked, but these ten tips will help ensure it stays clean and efficient.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

January 9, 2025

How Often Should a Commercial Kitchen Have a Deep Clean?

Learn how often your commercial kitchen needs a deep clean, why it’s essential, and how to stay ahead with regular maintenance and professional services.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

December 6, 2024

What Questions Will an Environmental Health Officer Ask?

Wondering what an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) will ask during an inspection? This guide breaks down key questions and tips to help your business stay compliant and inspection-ready.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

November 28, 2024

Deep Clean of a Hospital Kitchen in Berkshire

KDC Food Hygiene deep cleans a hospital kitchen in Berkshire, tackling severe grease build-up and securing an ongoing extraction maintenance contract.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

November 7, 2024

Keeping a London Casino’s Kitchen Extraction Spotless

KDC Food Hygiene completes TR/19 kitchen extraction clean at a busy London casino, ensuring top hygiene and safety.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

November 7, 2024

KDC on the Road: Deep Cleaning a Sports Stadium Kitchen in London

Discover how KDC Food Hygiene completed a thorough kitchen deep clean at a major London sports stadium, overcoming challenges under a tight six-hour deadline.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

September 19, 2024

KDC on the Road: Precision Cleaning at a College in Surrey

Discover how KDC Food Hygiene tackled a challenging ceiling tile and extraction system clean at a college in Surrey, delivering spotless results.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

September 3, 2024

Deep Kitchen Cleaning. What it Consists of and How to Do It

Deep kitchen cleaning ensures health, efficiency, and reputation by thoroughly sanitising all kitchen areas, from exhaust systems to surfaces, and is crucial for compliance and safety.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

July 11, 2024

How often should kitchen ducts be cleaned?

Learn when and why to clean kitchen ducts to keep your commercial kitchen safe and efficient.

KDC Food Hygiene

April 22, 2024

The Psychology of a Clean Kitchen: Boosting Staff Morale and Efficiency

Discover how a pristine kitchen can elevate staff morale and boost efficiency. Dive into the psychological benefits and practical tips for maintaining cleanliness in the heart of your culinary space.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

February 5, 2024

Commonly Overlooked Areas in Commercial Kitchen Cleaning

Explore key spots in commercial kitchens that often miss cleaning, ensuring hygiene and efficiency.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

February 5, 2024

Maximising Kitchen Safety: Best Practices For Fire Prevention

Master fire safety in commercial kitchens with our guide on maintenance, training, cleanliness, and emergency protocols for a safer workspace.

KDC Food Hygiene

January 16, 2024

The Ultimate Commercial Kitchen Maintenance Checklist

Master commercial kitchen maintenance with our essential checklist. Discover daily to annual tasks for optimal safety and efficiency. (Includes Downloadable Infographic)

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

December 22, 2023

What Every Commercial Kitchen Needs to Know About Food Hygiene Ratings

Discover the secrets to achieving top food hygiene ratings! Dive into our expert guide for practical tips and strategies to elevate your commercial kitchen's standards. Start transforming your kitchen's safety and reputation today!

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

December 22, 2023

Duct Cleaning and Its Importance in Your Commercial Kitchen

A blog about why professional duct cleaning is needed.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

May 20, 2022

TR 19® Compliance - Choosing the right Cleaners

This article emphasises the importance of regular air duct cleaning in restaurants for health and safety, adhering to TR19® standards. It underscores the risks of unclean ducts and offers professional cleaning services in London and Essex.

KDC Food Hygiene

April 25, 2022

Top Tips for a Safer Restaurant

Master restaurant hygiene with professional cleaning, dish sanitisation, and fire safety checks. Elevate safety and guest confidence efficiently.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

5 Viruses & Bacteria Your Restaurant Needs to Avoid!

Discover key viruses and bacteria threatening kitchens, including Norovirus and E. coli, and why regular deep cleaning by KDC is essential for safety.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

Mastering Infection Control: Essential Strategies for Hospitals and Care Homes

Explore key methods to prevent and eradicate infections in hospitals and care homes, emphasising deep cleaning and fogging.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

What is TR19® Grease - What does it mean for me?

Learn about TR19® Grease, the essential standards for commercial kitchen duct cleaning to prevent fire risks and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

How Do Consumers Use Your Food Hygiene Rating?

KDC

March 8, 2021

The Importance of Cleaning Your Kitchen's Ceilings, Walls & Floors

Ensure a spotless commercial kitchen by regularly cleaning ceilings, walls, and floors, with daily maintenance and monthly professional deep cleaning.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

What are the risks of an unclean kitchen?

Discover how the Food Hygiene Rating system from the FSA safeguards public health by assessing and rating the cleanliness of food establishments across the U

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

Is your restaurant insurance valid?

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

5 warning signs that your kitchen needs a deep clean

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

How to tell if your restaurant needs a deep clean

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Is your school kitchen as clean as you think?

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

5 Reasons Bad Food Hygiene Ratings Can Cause Loss Of Businesses

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Food Hygiene is still a concern when eating out

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

How will food hygiene legislation change after Brexit?

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Why effective kitchen ventilation is important to staff health and safety

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

How Kitchen Deep Cleaning can help to Combat the Increase in Salmonella Typhimurium Cases

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Why You Should use a Professional Duct Cleaning Company in Your Commercial Kitchen

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

How Often Should my Business Clean its Kitchen Canopy to Remain BESA TR/19 Compliant

Discover why deep cleaning and canopy maintenance are vital for commercial kitchens to meet BESA TR/19 standards, ensuring safety and compliance.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

A Guide to Choosing Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Services in London

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Commercial Kitchen Hygiene Checklist

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

44% of Customers Would Abandon their Favourite Restaurant if a Low Hygiene Rating was Displayed

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

FSA trials remote hygiene monitoring

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Tips to avoid E.coli cross contamination

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Food safety: The importance of thorough cleaning procedures

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Food safety - Avoiding cross-contamination

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Preparing for a TR19 audit

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Compulsory display of Food Standards Agency rating improves food safety compliance

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Can your business afford a 0 food hygiene rating?

Discover the significance of food hygiene ratings and their impact on eateries. Understand the implications of a nought score and how to recover. A must-read for food industry professionals seeking to uphold quality and trust.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

5 tips on stopping the spread of Norovirus this winter

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Food hygiene tops list of consumer concerns while eating out

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Structural cleaning: eliminating hidden threats

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Why Clean Kitchen Extract Ducts

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

5 Benefits of Kitchen Deep Cleaning

Discover the essential steps and benefits of deep cleaning your commercial kitchen to enhance hygiene, efficiency, and compliance with food safety standards.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

When Is Deep Cleaning Required in Hospitals

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

What’s Included In A BESA Post Clean Report?

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

National Restaurant Chains Shamed Over Food Hygiene

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

How Are Low Food Hygiene Standards Affecting London Businesses?

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

How food hygiene ratings work

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

London Restaurants Rated Zero For Food Hygiene

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

75% of Brits Won’t Visit Restaurants With Past Food Hygiene Problems

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Hospitals and Care Facilities Warned to Improve Measures to Prevent Listeria Contamination

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

The Changing Face of Food Hygiene

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Up to Half of All Food Businesses Not Up to Par on Food Hygiene, So Says Which?

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Food Hygiene Standards in London Still Woefully Poor, Study Shows

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Dirty restaurants to display hygiene ratings

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Food Hygiene Standards Shockingly Below Par in Many UK Regions

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

What To Expect If You Get A Visit From An Environmental Health Officer

Discover what to expect during an Environmental Health Officer visit. Learn about inspection processes, key focus areas, and tips to maintain top hygiene standards for your food business.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

Poor Restaurant Hygiene – You Won’t Get Away with It!

Discover why impeccable hygiene is non-negotiable in restaurants and the costly consequences of neglect through the tale of Kams Palace.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

Sewage, Rats and Roaches – The Sorry State of the Country’s Eateries

Unveiling hidden hygiene issues in UK eateries, this article pushes for mandatory food rating displays, revealing the risks in London's restaurants.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

School Kitchen Deep Cleaning Services

KDC Food Hygiene Limited ensures top hygiene for school kitchens across the UK with specialised services.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

An Unclean Kitchen Can Cost You Your Business

Uncover the vital role of commercial kitchen cleaning to dodge health hazards, boost equipment longevity, and avoid business risks. Essential reading for owners.

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

March 8, 2021

Commercial Kitchen Extraction

Explore the importance of extraction systems in commercial kitchens for compliance, efficiency, and neighborhood harmony with KDC's expertise.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

What is a 'Deep Cleaning Service' and why is it so important for commercial kitchens?

Unveil the critical role of deep cleaning in food safety, detailing the comprehensive approach to maintaining hygiene in commercial kitchens.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

Kitchen and Duct Cleaning Show Dedication to Health & Safety

Discover KDC's commitment to health & safety through our professional kitchen and duct cleaning services in London, ensuring top industry standards.

KDC

March 8, 2021

Reduce Your Risk of Fire

Learn how regular cleaning of kitchen extractors is crucial for fire safety and compliance in commercial kitchens.

KDC Food Hygiene Ltd

March 8, 2021

What KDC Food Hygiene Ltd Can Do for You

Have a read of this article to find out!

Kitchen & Duct Cleaning

October 19, 2020