Ashford International Hotel

Who we worked with:

Ashford International hotel

Location:

Ashford, Kent

Build Time

2 weeks

Services provided

Key brands used

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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:

  • Replace the failing flight dishwasher with a new, special-order Winterhalter unit

  • Maintain uninterrupted kitchen operation during equipment lead time

  • 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:

  • Supplied and installed a loaned pass-through dishwasher at no extra cost 🔄

  • Created a temporary washing area ensuring smooth service without downtime 🧼

  • 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:

  • Complete strip-out of the old dishwasher and fixtures 🧰

  • Installation of hygienic UPVC wall cladding for durability and easy cleaning 🧽

  • Fitting Altro slip-resistant safety flooring suitable for wet, high-traffic environments 🦶

  • Installation of a suspended ceiling to enhance lighting and improve aesthetics 💡

  • Full electrical rewiring and plumbing upgrades to meet modern standards ⚡🚰

3. Final Installation & Staff Training 🛠️🎓

When the new German-engineered Winterhalter flight dishwasher arrived:

  • Installed the unit efficiently over two days ⏱️

  • Supplied and fitted new stainless steel inlet and outlet tabling for a smooth workflow 🧑‍🍳

  • 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:

  • The hotel’s kitchen experienced no downtime or disruption during the upgrade

  • The new dishwasher operates in a modern, hygienic, and safe environment

  • Staff enjoy improved workflow and training for better productivity


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📞 Call us now on 01304 249963 to discuss your project and receive expert advice tailored to your hospitality needs!

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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.