Checkers Cleaning Supply Blog

You may not realize it, but there’s a lot riding on the state of your restroom. Did you know an unclean or poorly stocked restroom could leave your customers with a bad impression of your business? 

Spring is finally here! It’s time to open things up, air them out and get rid of all the bits of winter that are sticking around. 

One of the hardest hit areas is the floor.  Winter boots bring snow, slush, sand and salt inside with them. Floors are particularly important to keep clean because they make an impression on people.  Surely, you’ve heard someone remark, “the house was so clean, you could eat off the floor”.

Your kitchen is the heart and soul of your restaurant and your success depends on it. Poorly cleaned surfaces and equipment can quickly result in bacteria, mold and other food-borne pathogens.

A frantic dinner rush can leave staff feeling exhausted and the thought of cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen can be overwhelming. Be sure you outline your cleaning protocols with new hires and keep them top of mind with staff meetings and internal communications.

Some jobs will need to be done several times throughout the day while others will be on a weekly or monthly basis. So, break it down with a handy schedule that includes specific instructions as well as recommended products. This will help keep your staff on track when it comes to keeping a spotless cooking area.

The year was 1970. People were driving muscle cars around without a thought about emissions. The word environment was not yet in the common vernacular. But, the times, they were a-changin’. After an oil spill in California, the idea was formed to harness the energy of the anti-war protests and activism of the day and focus it on air and water pollution. On April 22, 1970 the very first Earth Day was observed.

A lot has changed in the past 48 years. People are much more aware of the environment and the impact of our actions. This year, Earth Day is focused on ending plastic pollution.

Checkers wants to partner with you to promote awareness of green activities and products. This article will highlight some areas of focus.

Stepping into a smelly washroom is an immediate turn off. The assumption is that the facility is not clean – which is true. Smells come from bacteria that lurk in the far reaches of the bathroom. While scrubbing and mopping make it look clean, this typically spreads the germs around and makes it worse. 

Unfortunately, a stinky washroom can cast a negative pall on the entire establishment. This can turn customers off regardless of what you’re selling.

One of the most important ways you can stop the spread of germs is simply by keeping your hands clean. Whether you’re preparing food, caring for others or simply avoiding sickness, hand washing is the number one defense.

This seemingly simple yet important task can sometimes be overlooked or completed ineffectively, so we will review when and how to wash your hands to keep everyone safe and healthy.

You never get a second chance to make a first impression. And the impression people get when they walk through the door of your restaurant is of utmost importance to your success! You may have the best food in town, but if your establishment is not spick and span, no one will ever know.

When it comes to dining out and food preparation, patrons have high standards. And in the highly competitive restaurant business attracting and keeping customers is difficult enough. Don’t let your sanitation standards keep them away.