Food Waste Collection Services
Reliable food waste collection is the foundation of responsible waste management.
At ReFood, we provide a dedicated food waste collection service designed to work for businesses of every size, from single-site independent cafés and restaurants to large-scale manufacturing, retail, and public sector operations.
Our focus is on making food waste collections simple, consistent, and fully compliant, so you can concentrate on running your business.
Some businesses need small containers with straightforward scheduled collections. Others require high-volume bulk handling, multiple daily movements, or specialist storage solutions. That’s why we offer a full range of collection options, including bags, caddies, wheelie bins, dolavs, palletised collections, bulk standing trailers, and tanker services.
Whatever the size or complexity of your operation, we can design a solution that fits.
Reliable and Flexible Collections
Flexibility is central to how we work. Collections can be scheduled to a fixed timetable, arranged multiple times per week, or set up as call-off services depending on your operational needs. Our team works with you to put the right service in place from the start, practical, efficient, and easy to manage day to day, and we adapt as your requirements change.
Our collection network operates locally, backed by national infrastructure and secured processing capacity. Experienced drivers and site teams ensure collections are carried out safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption. Clear communication and dependable service are at the heart of what we do. Customers know when we're coming, what to expect, and who to contact if support is needed.
Reliable collections are critical for food businesses. We're known for consistently delivering the service we promise, turning up when scheduled and completing collections as planned. In the rare event that a collection cannot be completed, we communicate quickly and reschedule for the next available day. Our dependable collection approach reduces disruption, prevents waste build-up, and gives customers confidence that their food waste is managed without added stress.
Responsible Waste Processing
Food waste handling is a regulated activity, and compliance matters. All ReFood operations run in accordance with Animal By-Products (ABP) regulations. From collection through to processing, we maintain audited controls, full traceability, and a documented chain of custody. Our operations ensure food waste is handled safely, responsibly, and in line with environmental and regulatory requirements, giving customers complete confidence in how their waste is managed.
Once collected, food waste is transported through our UK-based anaerobic digestion network, including in-house and approved partner facilities. Because we manage the entire journey from collection through to processing, we can guarantee where your waste goes, how it is treated, and what it becomes. Every tonne collected is converted into renewable energy and nutrient-rich fertiliser, supporting a circular economy that keeps resources, energy, and value close to where they are created.
With ReFood, food waste collection is not just a service; it is the first step in a fully managed, transparent, and sustainable process.
Get Started with ReFood
A simple way to start turning your food waste into renewable energy.
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Get in Touch
Contact ReFood today via phone (0800 011 3214), email (info@refood.co.uk), or our quick enquiry form. Tell us about your business, food waste volume, and any specific needs (e.g., space constraints or collection frequency). Our team provides free, no-obligation advice tailored to your site.
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We Set Up Your Service
We design a flexible collection plan that fits your operations, whether it's clean bin swaps (sanitised 240-litre bins or smaller caddies), bag collections for tight spaces, or bulk options for larger producers. No bin rental fees, no hidden charges. We ensure full compliance with regulations, including Animal By-Product rules, and handle everything with traceability and hygiene in mind.
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Reap the Benefits
Your food waste is collected reliably on your schedule and processed through our closed-loop anaerobic digestion system. It turns into renewable energy (to power businesses and communities) and nutrient-rich bio-fertiliser for farms, diverting waste from landfill, reducing your carbon footprint, and supporting sustainability goals. Enjoy hassle-free service, transparent reporting, and the satisfaction of turning waste into a resource.
