Complete commercial kitchen and front-of-house design solutions
Projects & Design Service
Consultation
From the initial consultation, the Arch Catering and Refrigeration team will take the time to understand your vision and project brief. We offer an unbiased, professional perspective to help you achieve the desired look and feel for your foodservice operation whether it's a kitchen, servery, bar, or café.
We'll outline each step of the journey, from the initial design concepts through to the completed project.
No project is too big or too small every project matters to us. It's your dream, and we're here to turn it into reality through our clear and simple process.
Design
Following the initial fact-finding meeting, our experienced designer will begin developing a tailored layout using the latest industry-leading design software. Drawing on extensive knowledge of the hospitality sector, they will create a design that carefully balances both creativity and practicality.
Every aspect of the project is considered, including:
- Proposed Menu ensuring the kitchen layout supports the style and speed of service
- Size of Venue maximising efficiency within the available footprint
- Expected Footfall designing for peak periods as well as everyday flow
- Equipment Requirements specifying the most suitable and reliable options
- Workflow & Space Planning enabling smooth, safe and efficient operations
- Budget delivering the best value solution without compromising quality
Our designs look good on paper and work seamlessly in practice. The result is a functional, compliant kitchen — built for long-term success.
Project Management
Appointing the Right Project Manager
An integral part of ensuring your new venture runs smoothly is appointing the right project manager. At Arch Catering and Refrigeration, our dedicated project manager will be with you every step of the way from the initial concept through to the final handover.
Their role is to take away the stress, coordinating all moving parts while keeping your project on track, on budget, and fully compliant. By overseeing architects, designers, contractors, and installers, they act as the single point of contact, ensuring a seamless, efficient process.
What Your Project Manager Delivers:
- •Planning & Scheduling Detailed project plans, clear milestones, and resource allocation to ensure timely completion.
- •Budget Management Preparation and control of budgets, monitoring costs, and implementing value-driven solutions.
- •Team Coordination Leadership across internal teams and subcontractors, ensuring everyone works together effectively.
- •Client Communication Regular progress updates, open dialogue, and quick responses to questions or concerns.
- •Health & Safety Full compliance with legislation and guidelines, including risk assessments and method statements.
- •Stakeholder Liaison Close collaboration with architects, M&E consultants, builders, and contractors.
- •Single Point of Contact Streamlined communication for a stress-free experience.
- •Logistics Management Organization of complex deliveries and installations, including heavy equipment, cranes, and road closures where necessary.
- •Quality Control Assurance that the kitchen is built to specification, meeting high standards of safety, durability, and performance.
- •Sustainability & Energy Efficiency Integration of eco-friendly solutions to reduce environmental impact and operational costs.
With a dedicated project manager, you'll have confidence knowing your project is in expert hands, allowing you to focus on what matters most your business and your customers.
Specifying the Right Equipment for Your Project
Equipment Specification
The key to the success of your new project lies in the equipment being specified. At Arch Catering and Refrigeration, we bring a wealth of experience in the catering and refrigeration equipment industry, ensuring you get the right solution for your business from the very start.
Thanks to our strong partnerships with all the leading manufacturers, we can provide detailed insight into the performance, efficiency, and suitability of each piece of equipment. This ensures your investment delivers maximum value while keeping budgets under control.
We take a holistic approach to specification, considering not just the equipment itself but also:
- Budget Balancing cost with long-term value.
- Space Designing layouts that maximise efficiency and workflow.
- Menu Ensuring equipment supports your culinary vision.
- Sustainability Offering energy-efficient solutions to reduce running costs and carbon footprint.
From everyday essentials like cutlery and smallwares, through to large-scale items such as warewash units, refrigeration, and cooking suites, Arch has your operation fully covered.
Our goal is simple: to specify equipment that enhances your foodservice operation, safeguards your investment, and creates a kitchen built for long-term success.
Installation & Training
Having the best equipment for your foodservice operation is only part of the journey. Without a professional installation, even the finest equipment can fail to perform at its best. That's why at Arch Catering, we complete every installation to the highest standard.
With our nationwide network of fully trained installation teams, we complete every project in line with strict manufacturers' guidelines. Your kitchen will be fully operational and compliant from day one.
To ensure you get the very best from your investment, we also provide comprehensive training for your team. This allows staff to operate the equipment safely, efficiently, and to its full capabilities, helping to deliver consistent results and prolong equipment lifespan.
On installation day, your equipment is delivered by a trusted industry delivery partner. Each item begins its journey at a bonded warehouse, where it is carefully checked and prepared, reducing the chance of delays or issues on site.
At Arch Catering, we take care of every detail from warehouse to workflow ensuring your kitchen is set up for success from the very first service.
Client Testimonial
"Simon and all the team at Arch Catering, have been supplying us here at Stevenage Football Club, over the last couple of years and have provided us with outstanding product knowledge, competitive pricing and first-class customer service. Highly recommended."
Dave Hoskins
Head of Commercial — Stevenage Football Club