Commercial kitchen news and advice
News, advice and updates from Aspen Services, covering commercial kitchen design, refurbishment, equipment and maintenance. We share what we've learned from our projects, alongside practical advice to help you make informed decisions about your commercial kitchen.
Repair, Replace or Refurbish? Making the Right Commercial Kitchen Decision
All commercial kitchens juggle efficiency and cost on a daily basis. Deciding whether to repair, replace, or refurbish equipment is a similarly tricky decision. Here are some things to consider, along with examples of how Aspen Services has helped customers make the right decision for their business, their kitchen and their budgets.
Commercial Kitchen Refurbishment: 5 reasons why waiting could be costing you
A commercial kitchen doesn't have to be falling apart before it needs refurbishing. In fact, waiting until something goes seriously wrong is often more expensive than making improvements sooner. So how do you know when it's time to act?
Commercial kitchen asset compliance: how to reduce risk and downtime
Commercial kitchen asset compliance isn’t just about avoiding the obvious safety risks. It’s also about ensuring your kitchen stays operational and avoids potentially ruinous closures and breaks in service. Drawing on real Aspen Services projects, this guide explains what commercial kitchen operators need to consider and do to ensure they’re practising good asset management.
The High Cost of Getting Your Commercial Kitchen Layout Wrong
A commercial kitchen layout can look perfectly sensible when you see it drawn on a sheet of paper. But when it’s actually built - and it’s too late to change it - the price can be high and long-lasting. Aspen Services explains the pitfalls, the things you may overlook and provides real case study examples to show the impact of good commercial kitchen design.
Commercial Kitchen Regulations: A Practical Guide for Planning Your Project
Planning a new commercial kitchen or refurbishing an existing one? This practical guide explains the key commercial kitchen regulations, design considerations and common pitfalls that business owners, facilities managers and catering teams should understand before starting a project.
Planning a Commercial Kitchen? 7 Costly Mistakes to Avoid
When building or refurbishing commercial kitchens, the planning stage is where most problems are either prevented - or unwittingly built in. Here are seven mistakes we regularly see and how to avoid them.
What Should a Commercial Kitchen Layout Include?
If you're planning a new kitchen or refurbishing an existing one, layout is everything. A good commercial kitchen layout boosts productivity, supports compliance, and makes life easier for your team. So what should your commercial kitchen layout mix include?
Choosing the Right Commercial Kitchen Supplier
When planning a commercial kitchen project, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right supplier. Your supplier should be more than just a product distributor who sells you the equipment. Here's what to look for when choosing a supplier for your commercial kitchen equipment
The Latest Trends in Commercial Kitchens for Restaurants
The restaurant industry is constantly evolving, and with it, so are the kitchens that power them. Staying ahead of the curve in industrial kitchen for restaurants design ensures efficiency, compliance with safety regulations, and an enhanced dining experience for customers. Here, we explore the latest kitchen trends shaping the commercial food industry.
Key Considerations for Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Systems
In the fast-paced environment of commercial kitchens, ensuring proper ventilation is not only a matter of regulatory compliance but also a cornerstone of safety, efficiency, and employee well-being.
Kitchen ventilation systems play a pivotal role in maintaining air quality, controlling temperatures, and extracting harmful contaminants.
Innovations in Commercial Kitchen Equipment for Hotels
Technology is redefining the capabilities of commercial kitchen equipment in hotels. Smart appliances equipped with Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities allow kitchens to operate more efficiently by streamlining workflows and monitoring equipment performance.
How FF&E Suppliers Are Evolving in the Commercial Kitchen Industry
As restaurants, hotels and other operators of other commercial kitchens strive to reduce their environmental impact and boost efficiency, FF&E suppliers like Aspen Services are at the forefront of this evolution.
Ultimate Guide: Commercial Kitchen Requirements and Regulations 2024
The hospitality landscape is dynamic and exciting, and making the right decisions here is absolutely essential for long-term success.
The Latest Trends in Commercial Kitchen Design
Explore the most recent trends shaping the future of commercial kitchen design, and find out how these innovations can help your business stay competitive and efficient.
Transforming Your Restaurant with Extensions and Refurbishments
Read our blog today and see how to maximise your restaurant’s potential.
Commercial Kitchen Design: How to Create a Streamlined Kitchen
Dive into the fundamentals of commercial kitchen design. Discover how to create a streamlined, efficient kitchen that boosts productivity and complies with safety standards.
The Benefits of Opting for Professional Service and Maintenance for Your Business Kitchen Equipment
Need help keeping your business kitchen up and running? Learn about the benefits of professional service & maintenance for your commercial kitchen equipment.
Illuminating the Kitchen: Finding the Right Balance of Style and Functionality in Kitchen Lighting
Learn about the importance of lighting in a kitchen and how to find the right balance of style and functionality for your business.
Importance of Regular Maintenance for Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Keep your commercial kitchen equipment running smoothly with a routine maintenance schedule. Here are some of the benefits you can expect.
Safeguard Your Clients: The Health and Safety Risk of Using Cheap Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Are you running a kitchen? Did you know that using these potentially dangerous kits (from unfamiliar suppliers) puts your clients at risk?