🍴 Sussex Road Primary School: Kitchen Upgrade & Storage Transformation

🏫 Project Overview – Improving Kitchen Storage & Equipment

Sussex Road Primary School in South Tonbridge serves primary-aged children. Therefore, the school needed a more organised and efficient kitchen. Consequently, we transformed an underused staff area into a dedicated storage space for chilled, frozen, and dry goods. At the same time, the kitchen required modern cooking equipment to meet growing meal demands. Furthermore, we improved hygiene, safety, and workflow, which was important for daily operations. As a result, the kitchen became easier to manage, and staff could work more efficiently.

🔨 Our Approach – Upgrades & Refurbishment

To meet the school’s needs, we planned a full refurbishment. First, we created a new storage area to improve organisation and efficiency. Next, we installed modern cooking equipment to expand capacity and menu options. Additionally, we upgraded ventilation, surfaces, and utilities to meet hygiene and safety rules. Moreover, we carried out electrical and plumbing work to support all new appliances reliably. Finally, we checked every detail to ensure smooth daily operation and compliance with regulations.

🧊 Dedicated Storage Space

We removed an underused staff area, and then we built a new storage space. As a result, the school can store chilled, frozen, and dry goods more efficiently. Moreover, this change reduces clutter, and therefore staff can manage stock more easily. Consequently, daily workflow is smoother, which saves time and improves organisation.

🍳 Modern Cooking Equipment

We installed a Rational combi oven, electric hob, and fryer. Therefore, the kitchen team can cook a wider range of meals more quickly. Furthermore, the new appliances increase capacity, so staff can serve students faster. Additionally, they allow for better menu variety, which improves overall meal quality.

🌬️ Ventilation & Hygiene

We added a new extraction canopy to remove smoke, fumes, and grease. Therefore, the kitchen stays cleaner, and staff can work in a safer environment. In addition, we installed stainless steel wall cladding behind cooking areas. As a result, surfaces are easier to clean, more hygienic, and longer-lasting. Moreover, these upgrades support compliance with food safety rules, which benefits the school and students alike.

⚡ Electrical & Plumbing

We upgraded the electrical supply to run the new appliances safely. Additionally, plumbing was improved to handle water and gas requirements reliably. Consequently, the kitchen now functions smoothly, which allows staff to focus on meal preparation rather than maintenance. Furthermore, these updates reduce the risk of equipment failure and help maintain daily operations efficiently.

🏅 Project Outcome – Efficient, Modern, and Safe

After the refurbishment, Sussex Road Primary School now enjoys a more organised and capable kitchen. The new storage area improves workflow and stock management, while modern cooking equipment allows for a wider menu. At the same time, better ventilation and hygienic surfaces improve safety and cleaning standards. Moreover, upgraded electrical and plumbing systems ensure reliable daily operation. As a result, staff work faster, children receive better meals, and the kitchen meets all current standards for hygiene and efficiency.

📞 Contact Us – Kitchen Upgrades in Kent

If you want to improve your school kitchen or catering facilities, call our Folkestone team today on 01304 249963. Because we are local, we respond quickly, and we can give expert advice immediately. Furthermore, we offer tailored solutions for kitchen design, refurbishment, and equipment installation. Consequently, your kitchen will be safe, efficient, and fully ready for daily use.

📸 See the Transformation!

Scroll down to view photos of the Sussex Road Primary School kitchen. You will see how the new storage, cooking equipment, and hygienic surfaces improve efficiency, safety, and workflow. Moreover, the images show how these upgrades allow staff to work faster while providing children with better meals.