Version: V2
Last Updated: October 2025
Review Date: October 2026
Purpose
This SOP establishes procedures for cleaning and maintaining in-store waste bins to ensure hygiene, prevent odours, and maintain health and safety standards.
Scope
Applies to all staff across all Little Coffee Bean Co locations.
Equipment Required
- Waste bags (appropriate size)
- Cleaning brush
- Hot water
- Sanitiser solution
- Gloves
- Cloth
- Disinfectant spray
Daily Cleaning Procedure
Throughout Service
- Empty bins when 75% full
- Replace with fresh waste bag
- Wipe exterior with damp cloth
- Check for spillage around base
End of Shift
- Empty all bins completely
- Remove and dispose of waste bag
- Rinse interior with hot water
- Scrub interior surfaces with brush
- Apply sanitiser solution
- Rinse thoroughly with hot water
- Wipe exterior with disinfectant cloth
- Dry completely
- Insert fresh waste bag
Weekly Deep Clean
- Remove bin from location
- Rinse exterior thoroughly with hot water
- Scrub all surfaces including base and corners
- Apply sanitiser solution and let sit for 5 minutes
- Rinse multiple times until sanitiser smell is gone
- Dry completely
- Disinfect spray exterior
- Return to location with fresh bag
Quality Checks
- No visible waste or residue
- No odours
- Exterior clean and dry
- Bag securely fitted
- No cracks or damage
Safety Notes
- Always wear gloves when handling bins
- Ensure bins are emptied regularly to prevent overflow
- Report damaged bins immediately
- Be aware of sharp objects in waste
Compliance
Aligns with UK Food Standards Agency hygiene guidelines and Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.