People are always eager to celebrate holidays and significant events at hospitality venues. In summer, the Euro 2024 quarter-final contributed to a 124% spike in drink sales, while heat waves even increased cider sales by 40% (Fourth, 2024)!
ResDiary, one of the leading table reservation sites, recently highlighted that 72% of diners pin special celebrations like Christmas, birthdays and Mother’s Day as primary reasons to eat out.
However, the increased footfall during seasonal occasions leads to higher table turnovers, necessitating even more rigorous cleaning practices to ensure customer safety.
With that said, here’s how Uniwipe helps hospitality venues make haste in keeping their establishments clean.
Customers and cleanliness
Picture the scene – it’s dinner time and you’ve decided to eat out. You have two restaurants to choose from; one is known for its sparkling cleanliness and the other looks, well, a bit grubby – where’s getting your reservation? We’d hazard a guess that it would be the cleaner option.
Well, you’re not alone as a past study found that 75% of diners would avoid eating in a venue that had poor hygiene and cleanliness – even if it was recommended by a friend. Customers may be committed to dining out, but cleanliness ranks equally as high on their priority list.
Boosting efficiency with cleaning wipes
OpenTable reports that most venues clear a table every 50 to 80 minutes to meet demand, meaning a busy shift for hospitality staff with lots of cleaning to be done – that’s where our line of cleaning wipes come in.
Unlike traditional sprays and cloths which can encourage the spread of germs, our catering wipes can enhance hygiene standards and give customers confidence that they are running a clean dining environment.
The Catering Midi-Wipe has been specifically designed for the hospitality and catering industry to make cleaning fast and effective, helping its users quickly sanitise tables, chairs and high-touch areas which can help quicken table turnovers.
Following the highest levels of testing, a single one of our wipes kills 99.999% of bacteria in as little as 30 seconds – ideal for busy restaurants, bars and kitchens.
Protecting staff and customers
Whether it’s cross-contamination from raw food preparation, sticky tables or washroom bacteria, hospitality venues require rigorous cleaning routines to also keep their staff safe.
Safe on skin but tough on surfaces, there’s no need to wear gloves when using our Catering Midi-Wipes which are perfect for wiping down kitchen surfaces, tables and bar areas. Our products have been formulated to comply with the British Institute of Cleaning Services’ (BICSc) guidance and have achieved the highest standard of EN accreditation.
Cleaning best practices
Cleaning thoroughly is key to limiting the spread of bacteria, no matter the size of venue. Here are some of the key areas to cover in your cleaning regime:
- Pin-point high-touch surfaces: Wipe down frequently touched areas like door handles, tabletops, chair backs, light switches and counters.
- Cleaning tables on the regular: Clean dining areas after each guest leaves, ensuring the surface is wiped thoroughly.
- Don’t forget restrooms: Sanitise sinks, counters, handles and toilet seats.
To maintain a safe dining environment, it’s crucial to uphold a stringent cleaning routine that all staff members are well-versed in. This is especially important during busy holiday seasons and on celebratory days when table turnover is at its highest.
Thankfully, Uniwipe is here to help catering businesses, restaurants and bars uphold the cleanliness of their premises. To find out more about high-quality catering solutions, or to get in touch with our team, click here.
