Food Waste Services Tailored to Your Business

Not every food business has a large bin area or spare storage space.

Many cafés, pubs and smaller sites operate in tight spaces, shared yards or city-centre locations. That doesn't mean food waste recycling isn't possible.

ReFood Direct works with thousands of businesses with limited space. Our service is designed to be practical and flexible, enabling food waste separation in real-world environments.

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Flexible food waste collection options

Flexible food waste collection options

240-litre bins where space allows

For many sites, a 240-litre bin is used to collect external storage. These bins are part of our clean bin swap service, meaning you receive a sanitised bin at every collection. Our sanitised bins keep hygiene standards high and avoid on-site bin cleaning.

We help position bins to work with your space and operations.

23-litre caddies for smaller areas

We can supply 23-litre caddies for internal use. These are ideal for prep areas and plate scrapings, making separation simple for staff.

  • For some sites, caddies are used alongside a 240-litre bin.
  • For smaller sites, caddies can be collected directly.
  • A practical option for tight spaces.

Bag collections for a very limited space

If your site has no room for bins or containers, bag collections are available. You purchase approved bags, and we collect the securely tied waste. These purchased bags remove the need to store bins altogether. A good solution for compact or city-centre businesses.

We help you find what works

Should you be uncertain about which collection method best aligns with your operational requirements, our team provides expert, personalised advice tailored to the specific dimensions of your site and the volume of food waste generated.

Numerous businesses discover a broader range of practical solutions than initially anticipated, often revealing options that seamlessly integrate into even the most constrained environments. We encourage you to discuss your particular circumstances with us. Simply complete the quick and straightforward enquiry form below to initiate a no-obligation consultation and receive guidance on implementing an efficient, compliant food waste recycling service.

We help you find what works

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.

Making a change, one collection at a time.

  • The concept was straightforward and simple. Very easy, and in the 5-years we've worked with them, it's been fantastic.

    Nuno Cesar De Sa

    Hotel Manager, Rudding Park

  • ReFood was great, setting us up with our regular collections and sorting us out with an ideal solution for our needs. The collections are reliable, and it's great to know our waste produce is being given a new life as a greener energy source.

    Matthew

    Operations Manager, York Coffee Emporium

  • Having used this service now for 6 weeks, I have to say we've been very happy with ReFood. Ebony had handled all administrative aspects perfectly, and the collection of bins has been faultless.

    Jon Smithells

    Six Poor Folk, Cafe Bar Bistro

  • The service so far has been efficient. Good communication, as a busy cafe when food waste comes back you don't feel as bad knowing that it's getting recycled.

    Marigold Cafe Knaresborough