Ashford International Hotel
Who we worked with:
Ashford International hotel
Location:
Ashford, Kent
Build Time
2 weeks
Services provided
- CAD design
- Planning & technical advice
- Bespoke stainless steel fabrications
- Suspended ceiling system
- Upvc hygienic wall cladding
- Slip resistant vinyl flooring
- Electrical and plumbing works
Key brands used
- Winterhalter Dishwashing
- Altro Flooring
- Bioclad Hygienic Walls
More about this project
Commercial Dishwasher Replacement & Washroom Refurbishment at Ashford International Hotel 🍽️🏨
Client Overview: Ashford International Hotel, Kent 🌟
Located in the heart of Ashford, Kent, the Ashford International Hotel is a busy hospitality venue serving guests with high standards of service and quality. When their ageing flight-type dishwasher started causing frequent breakdowns, they turned to us for a reliable, professional solution.
Project Scope: Dishwasher Replacement & Full Washroom Refurbishment 🔄🛠️
The challenge was clear:
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Replace the failing flight dishwasher with a new, special-order Winterhalter unit
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Maintain uninterrupted kitchen operation during equipment lead time
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Fully refurbish the dishwasher room to improve hygiene, safety, and workflow
Our Multi-Phase Solution: Temporary Setup, Renovation & Installation ✔️💡
1. Temporary Dishwasher Room Setup 🏗️
To keep the hotel’s kitchen fully operational during the six-week wait for the new dishwasher:
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Supplied and installed a loaned pass-through dishwasher at no extra cost 🔄
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Created a temporary washing area ensuring smooth service without downtime 🧼
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Installed a custom plywood partition isolating the washing zone from the rest of the kitchen for safety and cleanliness 🛡️
2. Comprehensive Room Refurbishment During Lead Time 🎨
While the kitchen operated with the temporary setup, we carried out:
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Complete strip-out of the old dishwasher and fixtures 🧰
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Installation of hygienic UPVC wall cladding for durability and easy cleaning 🧽
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Fitting Altro slip-resistant safety flooring suitable for wet, high-traffic environments 🦶
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Installation of a suspended ceiling to enhance lighting and improve aesthetics 💡
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Full electrical rewiring and plumbing upgrades to meet modern standards ⚡🚰
3. Final Installation & Staff Training 🛠️🎓
When the new German-engineered Winterhalter flight dishwasher arrived:
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Installed the unit efficiently over two days ⏱️
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Supplied and fitted new stainless steel inlet and outlet tabling for a smooth workflow 🧑🍳
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Provided on-site staff training to ensure effective, correct operation of the new equipment 👩🍳👨🍳
Project Outcome: Reliable, Efficient Dishwashing with Zero Service Disruption 🌟🧼
Thanks to careful planning, temporary solutions, and expert refurbishment:
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The hotel’s kitchen experienced no downtime or disruption during the upgrade
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The new dishwasher operates in a modern, hygienic, and safe environment
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Staff enjoy improved workflow and training for better productivity
Ready to Upgrade Your Commercial Kitchen or Washroom?
📞 Call us now on 01304 249963 to discuss your project and receive expert advice tailored to your hospitality needs!
👇 Scroll down to view project photos and see the transformation in action! 👇
Client's Testimonial
Very happy to have used Kent Commercial Kitchens for this project. They knew what they were doing from the start and were very helpful throughout the build.