🍽️ Macknade at Elwick Place – Commercial Kitchen & Restaurant Fit-Out in Ashford

🏙️ Transforming Elwick Place into a Community Dining Destination

Located in the heart of Ashford, Macknade at Elwick Place is a dynamic all-day dining and drinking experience. Set within the site of the former cattle market, it offers a mix of individual and communal tables, creating an informal and welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. This vibrant venue is a perfect blend of retail, restaurant, and community space, with service counters and dining areas thoughtfully designed to make guests feel at home.

Having worked with Macknade Fine Foods in Faversham for years, we were thrilled to be appointed as one of the main contractors for the commercial kitchen design and fit-out of this 5000 square foot unit. Our expertise in restaurant kitchen design, commercial catering equipment installation, and project management ensured that this space would be equipped to provide a seamless hospitality experience for customers.

🛠️ Commercial Kitchen Design and Installation Process

🔹 Expert Planning and Design to Meet Regulations

The Macknade Elwick Place project required careful planning and compliance with various regulations, especially since it was located under a cinema complex. Our team worked closely with Macknade’s team to navigate building control, M&E regulations, and fire safety compliance. We provided the necessary advice and design work to ensure that the fit-out would meet all health and safety standards and adhere to the detailed conditions set by Elwick Place operators.

🔹 Fire and Ventilation Compliance

Fire regulations played a crucial role in the kitchen and restaurant fit-out design. Within the building, we installed over 20 meters of fire-rated ductwork and an Ansul fire suppression system within the extraction canopy. Externally, an additional 30 meters of ductwork with odour control was necessary to connect the delivery bay to the system. We also ensured that ventilation requirements for the toilet areas were met as part of the extraction package.

🔹 Plumbing and Hot Water Systems

The size of the building required special attention to plumbing and hot water systems. Our team meticulously planned and installed all plumbing works, including two 250-litre hot water heater tanks placed on hanging platforms, ensuring an efficient hot water loop throughout the building.

🍳 Installation of Commercial Catering Equipment

Our team delivered over 70 items of commercial kitchen equipment, including cooking appliances, refrigeration, prep equipment, dishwashing systems, bar equipment, lighting fixtures, and smallwares. This extensive range of appliances ensures that the restaurant kitchen meets the high standards of commercial catering and can handle the demands of high-volume service.

Some of the key installations included:

• Blue Seal cooking appliances

• True Refrigeration systems

• Rational combi ovens for versatile cooking

• Maidaid glasswashers and commercial dishwashers for rapid cleaning

With these top-of-the-line appliances, the kitchen is now ready to support both the breakfast and lunch service, and we eagerly await the introduction of the evening menu.

🌟 A Collaborative and Successful Project

Working on the Macknade at Elwick Place project was a rewarding experience for both our team and the Macknade family, with whom we have built a long-standing relationship. We take pride in delivering bespoke commercial kitchen designs and restaurant fit-outs that reflect the unique identity of each client, and we are excited to see Macknade continue to thrive in Ashford, just as their Faversham store has.

The breakfast and lunchtime menu has already been sampled and thoroughly enjoyed, and we’re looking forward to the new evening offerings! We’re proud to have played a part in bringing this community hub to life, and we wish Macknade every success with this exciting new venture.

📞 Contact Kent Commercial Kitchen for Your Next Hospitality Project

If you’re planning a restaurant fit-out, commercial kitchen refurbishment, or need bespoke commercial catering solutions, Kent Commercial Kitchen can help bring your vision to life. Our expert team can design and install kitchens that are not only functional but also meet all necessary regulations for your hospitality business.

👉 Call us today on 01304 249963 to discuss your next restaurant kitchen design or commercial catering equipment needs.

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