A commercial kitchen stays hygienic when every area has a defined task, a defined product and a defined frequency. This page sets out the cleaning process for the 10 key areas of a restaurant, hotel, cloud kitchen or canteen kitchen, and a daily, weekly and monthly schedule you can adapt to your menu and service hours.
It is a process guide; for the full Blaze range and how to choose between products, see our commercial kitchen cleaning chemicals range. Throughout, keep cleaning and sanitising separate: cleaning removes grease and food soil, and sanitising reduces microorganisms on a surface that is already clean.
1. Ovens
Clean ovens at least weekly, and always let the oven cool fully first. Use Blaze Grill at 2% to 5% for regular cleaning, or directly on heavy baked-on deposits, then rinse thoroughly before the oven is used again.
2. Degreasing hoods, fryers and splashbacks
Grease builds up fastest on range hoods, fryer exteriors, burners and walls behind the line. Degrease them daily with a concentrated kitchen degreaser, and use Blaze Grill where grease has carbonised.
Blaze MultiMultipurpose DetergentVersatile, neutral pH cleaner, specifically designed for a variety of surfaces, including floors, walls, utensils, and more. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on different materials without damaging their surfaces, making it ideal for general cleaning. Whether you're cleaning by hand or using a machine, Blaze Multi is a perfect all-purpose solution for keeping your workspace looking its best.
Blaze Multi PlusConcentrated Kitchen CareVersatile, concentrated solution that cuts through tough grease, oil, fats, and food soils, effectively cleaning a wide range of kitchen surfaces including utensils, crockery, pans, floors, and walls.
Blaze GrillOven & Grill CleanerHighly effective cleaner designed to cut through tough grease, oil, and carbon deposits in the kitchen, including on electric burners, grills, frying pans, deep fat fryers, ovens, and range hoods. Its robust formula makes it ideal for heavy-duty cleaning tasks, ensuring your kitchen appliances and surfaces remain clean and hygienic.
3. Floors
Sweep, then mop or scrub with Blaze Multi for routine soil, or Blaze Multi Plus where fat and oil are tracked from the line. Clean under equipment and around drains every day, and let floors dry before service.
- Blaze MultiMultipurpose DetergentVersatile, neutral pH cleaner, specifically designed for a variety of surfaces, including floors, walls, utensils, and more. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on different materials without damaging their surfaces, making it ideal for general cleaning. Whether you're cleaning by hand or using a machine, Blaze Multi is a perfect all-purpose solution for keeping your workspace looking its best.
- Blaze Multi PlusConcentrated Kitchen CareVersatile, concentrated solution that cuts through tough grease, oil, fats, and food soils, effectively cleaning a wide range of kitchen surfaces including utensils, crockery, pans, floors, and walls.
EVO 2Hard Surface CleanerPowerful and routine cleaning solution with our non-abrasive hard surface cleaner, carefully formulated to be slightly alkaline and safe for use on all types of hard surfaces, from floors and walls to countertops and fixtures, making it the perfect choice for maintaining a clean and pristine environment.
4. Coolers and refrigerators
Wipe door seals and handles daily. Each week, empty shelves in rotation, wash them with a mild cleaner, rinse and dry before restocking, and discard spilled or expired food to prevent odours and cross-contamination.
- EVO 2Hard Surface CleanerPowerful and routine cleaning solution with our non-abrasive hard surface cleaner, carefully formulated to be slightly alkaline and safe for use on all types of hard surfaces, from floors and walls to countertops and fixtures, making it the perfect choice for maintaining a clean and pristine environment.
EVO 7Neutral Floor CleanerVersatile and effective cleaner suitable for both manual and machine-based cleaning methods. Our neutral pH formula effectively removes dirt and grime without leaving unwanted residues or marks. Suitable for daily maintenance.- Blaze MultiMultipurpose DetergentVersatile, neutral pH cleaner, specifically designed for a variety of surfaces, including floors, walls, utensils, and more. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on different materials without damaging their surfaces, making it ideal for general cleaning. Whether you're cleaning by hand or using a machine, Blaze Multi is a perfect all-purpose solution for keeping your workspace looking its best.
- Blaze Multi PlusConcentrated Kitchen CareVersatile, concentrated solution that cuts through tough grease, oil, fats, and food soils, effectively cleaning a wide range of kitchen surfaces including utensils, crockery, pans, floors, and walls.
5. Freezers
Defrost as the equipment manufacturer recommends to stop ice build-up, then clean the interior, shelves and gaskets with a diluted cleaner, rinse and dry before restarting.
- EVO 2Hard Surface CleanerPowerful and routine cleaning solution with our non-abrasive hard surface cleaner, carefully formulated to be slightly alkaline and safe for use on all types of hard surfaces, from floors and walls to countertops and fixtures, making it the perfect choice for maintaining a clean and pristine environment.
- Blaze MultiMultipurpose DetergentVersatile, neutral pH cleaner, specifically designed for a variety of surfaces, including floors, walls, utensils, and more. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on different materials without damaging their surfaces, making it ideal for general cleaning. Whether you're cleaning by hand or using a machine, Blaze Multi is a perfect all-purpose solution for keeping your workspace looking its best.
6. Cutting boards
After each task, scrape off debris, wash with Blaze Multi or Blaze Multi Plus, rinse, then sanitise. Blaze Tab is used at 1 tablet in 5 litres of water for general sanitisation and 1 tablet in 20 litres for vegetables. Air-dry boards on a rack.
- Blaze MultiMultipurpose DetergentVersatile, neutral pH cleaner, specifically designed for a variety of surfaces, including floors, walls, utensils, and more. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on different materials without damaging their surfaces, making it ideal for general cleaning. Whether you're cleaning by hand or using a machine, Blaze Multi is a perfect all-purpose solution for keeping your workspace looking its best.
- Blaze Multi PlusConcentrated Kitchen CareVersatile, concentrated solution that cuts through tough grease, oil, fats, and food soils, effectively cleaning a wide range of kitchen surfaces including utensils, crockery, pans, floors, and walls.
Blaze TabChlorine TabletsFast-acting chlorine-based tablet, designed to sanitize food contact surfaces, equipment, and vegetables with ease. Formulated with a unique, stabilized blend of active ingredients, Blaze Tab delivers powerful, broad-spectrum sanitization capabilities, regardless of water hardness. This effective, reliable product ensures that food preparation and storage areas remain clean, safe, and bacteria-free.
7. Countertops and prep surfaces
Clean prep surfaces between tasks and at the end of each shift with a cleaner suited to the surface material, then sanitise food-contact areas.
- Blaze MultiMultipurpose DetergentVersatile, neutral pH cleaner, specifically designed for a variety of surfaces, including floors, walls, utensils, and more. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on different materials without damaging their surfaces, making it ideal for general cleaning. Whether you're cleaning by hand or using a machine, Blaze Multi is a perfect all-purpose solution for keeping your workspace looking its best.
- Blaze Multi PlusConcentrated Kitchen CareVersatile, concentrated solution that cuts through tough grease, oil, fats, and food soils, effectively cleaning a wide range of kitchen surfaces including utensils, crockery, pans, floors, and walls.
- EVO 2Hard Surface CleanerPowerful and routine cleaning solution with our non-abrasive hard surface cleaner, carefully formulated to be slightly alkaline and safe for use on all types of hard surfaces, from floors and walls to countertops and fixtures, making it the perfect choice for maintaining a clean and pristine environment.
8. Dishes, pots and pans
For pot-wash, use Blaze Dish for food and greasy soil, and Blaze Multi Plus for heavy fat on pans. Soak stained cups and crockery in Blaze Dip at 4% to 10% depending on soil.
Blaze DishManual Dish WashGentle and powerful dishwashing detergent, specifically formulated to cut through tough food and greasy soils. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on various types of dishware, cutlery, and cookware, while its advanced detergent system provides quick and effective cleaning performance. Blaze Dish is an ideal choice for sparkling clean results.- Blaze Multi PlusConcentrated Kitchen CareVersatile, concentrated solution that cuts through tough grease, oil, fats, and food soils, effectively cleaning a wide range of kitchen surfaces including utensils, crockery, pans, floors, and walls.
Blaze DipLiquid DestainerPowerful chlorine-based destainer, formulated to eliminate stains caused by water hardness, burnt food residues, and other persistent marks on cups, crockery, and kitchenware. Whether used manually by pre-soaking or with a dosing pump, this versatile product effectively dissolves tough stains, restoring the pristine appearance of even the most stubbornly soiled items.
9. Dishwashing machines
Dose Blaze Auto at 3 to 5 ml per litre of water and Blaze Rinse at 0.2 to 0.5 ml per litre at 80 to 90°C. Blaze Auto is not recommended for soft metals such as aluminium. Clean filters and spray arms at the end of each day.
Blaze AutoAutomatic Dish WashHigh-performance, low-foaming detergent specifically engineered for automatic dishwashers. With its unique formulation, Blaze Auto can effortlessly eliminate even the toughest stains with just a single wash cycle, making it the ideal solution for busy households and commercial kitchens. When used in conjunction with Blaze Rinse, this powerful duo ensures spotless results, although it is not recommended to use on soft metals such as aluminum.
Blaze RinseRinseMaximize Blaze Auto's cleaning power with Blaze Rinse, a highly effective rinse additive for automatic dishwashing machines. Together, they deliver spotless, streak-free results and tackle tough stains. Blaze Rinse also neutralizes mineral deposits and removes residue, ensuring sparkling clean dishes even in low-temperature machines with hard water.
10. Sinks and drains
Clean sinks after each service with Blaze Multi, and use Blaze Drain, a non-acidic drain maintainer, to break down grease and sludge before drains slow or block.
Blaze DrainLiquid Drain CleanerNon-acidic drain cleaner and maintainer. This liquid formula effectively breaks down sludge build-up caused by grease, fats, paper, tobacco, soap scum, toothpaste, and more, thus preventing slow-flowing drains and clogs. Regular use of Blaze Drain ensures the optimal functioning of your drains without the harshness of corrosive acids.- Blaze MultiMultipurpose DetergentVersatile, neutral pH cleaner, specifically designed for a variety of surfaces, including floors, walls, utensils, and more. With its balanced pH, the product is safe for use on different materials without damaging their surfaces, making it ideal for general cleaning. Whether you're cleaning by hand or using a machine, Blaze Multi is a perfect all-purpose solution for keeping your workspace looking its best.
- Blaze Multi PlusConcentrated Kitchen CareVersatile, concentrated solution that cuts through tough grease, oil, fats, and food soils, effectively cleaning a wide range of kitchen surfaces including utensils, crockery, pans, floors, and walls.
Daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedule
After each task or shift: clean and sanitise cutting boards and prep surfaces; wash dishes, pots and pans; wipe up spills.
Daily at close: degrease hoods, fryers and splashbacks; clean floors including under equipment; clean sinks and treat drains; wipe refrigerator seals and handles; clean dishwasher filters.
Weekly: clean ovens and grills; wash hood filters; clean refrigerator shelves in rotation; destain cups and crockery.
Monthly: defrost and deep clean freezers; clean walls, ceilings and the areas behind heavy equipment; review dosing on the dishwasher with our technical team.
Talk to our technical team
Tell us about your site, soils, equipment and volumes. We will recommend products and dilutions, and send pricing for bulk supply.
Frequently asked questions
How often should a commercial kitchen be deep cleaned?
Daily and weekly tasks stop soil building up, and most kitchens add a monthly deep clean of freezers, walls, ceilings and the areas behind heavy equipment. High-volume or fried-food menus may need these tasks more often.
Should I clean or sanitise first?
Clean first, then sanitise. Sanitisers work on surfaces that are already free of grease and food soil, so the usual order is remove debris, wash, rinse, sanitise.
Can one product be used across the whole kitchen?
Blaze Multi is a neutral cleaner for floors, walls, utensils and general surfaces, but heavy grease, carbon and machine dishwashing each need their own product. Sanitising is always a separate step.
Can you train our kitchen staff on this schedule?
Yes. Our technical team provides product selection, dilution guidance and training so your staff use the right product at the right dilution.