7 easy ways to reduce waste and be more sustainable from Reusabowl:
- Establish correct waste streams (including composting scraps) for all your waste, and make sure your staff understand and use them.
- Review your serving sizes and menu options to avoid over-catering/creating further food waste.
- Reusable packaging is a great way to ensure takeaway packaging waste isn’t created too, and it’s also a great way to avoid future food waste, as it incentivises more customers to takeaway leftovers.
- Ask for plastic-free packaging alternatives from your suppliers, eg, is your fresh produce delivered in reusable crates?
- Buy locally to avoid extra food miles and emissions, and stock organic produce that supports soil health and regenerative agriculture.
- Schedule regular fridge and kitchen equipment maintenance to ensure they are performing efficiently and not leaking dangerous refrigerants into the atmosphere.
- Most importantly, educate, engage and involve your staff on your journey to a more sustainable business.