Catering Waste

The catering sector generates copious amounts of waste on an annual basis. Substantial quantities of waste stem from food spoilage and food preparation, constituting a significant portion. However, it is also customary for catering enterprises to accumulate other forms of refuse, including plastic, glass, and cardboard. 

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Catering Disposal

Under UK law, every employer must manage their business waste, including disposal. Catering waste often ends up in the same bin due to its volume and limited facilities. Our “easywaste” services provide catering bins and collections for proper disposal.

Catering food waste disposal regulations are strict, as raw meats, fish, and eggs can’t go to landfills. It’s vital your catering business understands these laws. Reach out to our advisers with any questions.

Who Produces Catering Waste?

Any food-serving establishment generates catering waste, whether it’s a care home preparing sandwiches or larger venues like shopping centres and campsites. Key culprits for catering waste include:

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Restaurants

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Kitchens

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Care homes

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Hotels

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Pubs, bars, and clubs

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Takeaways

Catering Waste Containers

240 Litre Wheelie Bins
660 Litre Wheelie Bin
1100 Litre Wheelie Bins

3-Step Catering Waste Disposal

Step1

Get A Quote

Easily get a quote for your waste disposal requirements in just a few quick and simple steps. 

Step2

Arrange Delivery

If you are satisfied with the type, quantity and size of the bins, tell us when you would like your bins delivered.

Step3

Get Your Waste Collected

We organise waste collection at a time and frequency that suits you based on the amount of waste you produce.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is international catering waste?

International catering waste, often abbreviated as ICW, pertains to any food refuse originating from international transport vehicles. This entails waste generated abroad during transit or on international vessels that ultimately finds its way to the United Kingdom for disposal. For instance, it encompasses food waste resulting from catering activities aboard a cruise ship, an aircraft, a private yacht, or military vehicles that have their origins in foreign lands or territories.

International catering waste is categorised as Category 1 ABP (Animal By-Products), signifying a substantial risk. If you happen to possess international catering waste, it is imperative to adhere to the legal protocols for its proper disposal. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with our team, who can provide guidance on the requisite procedures.

What is domestic catering waste?

Domestic catering waste encompasses all refuse generated from catering endeavours within the confines of the United Kingdom. Even if the ingredients used are of international origin, if the preparation, cooking, and serving occurred within the UK, it falls under the category of domestic catering waste. This encompasses waste from domestic flights within the UK, catering services on trains traversing the country, or any similar scenarios.

Domestic catering waste falls into the Category 3 ABP bracket, characterised as low risk. It can be disposed of in the customary manner, alongside other food waste and various waste types.

What types of receptacles are most suitable for use in a commercial kitchen?

In commercial kitchens, countertop bins are the customary choice for temporarily storing food waste during meal preparation. These smaller bins are regularly emptied into larger food waste containers. Additionally, countertop bins situated conveniently within the kitchen are utilised for the interim storage of waste before its eventual removal.

These interim bins are subsequently emptied into dedicated food waste receptacles located outside the kitchen, typically in the form of a 240-litre wheelie bin.