
Food Waste Management
Sustainable food waste solutions for Chicago food businesses.
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Separating food waste from other waste material is the first step toward a sustainable food management plan. We provide solutions to successfully sort and contain food byproduct to avoid contamination.
By evaluating food disposal processes, we have effectively managed organic waste and reduced landfill costs for many types of food businesses.
Request a free assessment and we'll identify opportunities to reduce your disposal costs.
Who We Serve
Food Waste Solutions for Every Operation
Restaurants & Cafes
Grocery Stores
Food Manufacturers
Hotels & Resorts
Catering Companies
Schools & Universities
Hospitals & Healthcare
Corporate Cafeterias
Food Distributors
Three Core Services
1. Food Waste Audits
Know What You're Throwing Away
Our team evaluates your current food disposal processes to identify how much organic waste you're generating and where it's going. We provide actionable recommendations to reduce contamination and lower disposal costs.
What We Assess
Current food waste volumes and composition
Disposal processes and workflows
Contamination issues (food mixed with recyclables/trash)
Container placement and accessibility
Staff practices and training needs
Audit Deliverables
Food waste volume report
Contamination analysis
Cost reduction opportunities
Custom separation program recommendations
Projected landfill savings
Ideal For
Food manufacturers with production byproducts
Restaurants launching sustainability initiatives
Grocers with high produce waste
Facilities preparing for organic waste regulations
2. Sorting & Containment Solutions
Set Up for Success
Proper food waste separation starts with the right systems. We help you design and implement sorting solutions that work for your kitchen, production floor, or back-of-house operation.
Solutions We Provide
Food waste bins and containers (various sizes)
Color-coded sorting systems
Liner programs for easy handling
Signage and labeling (English/Spanish)
Staff training on proper sorting
System Design Includes
Container sizing based on your volume
Strategic placement for workflow efficiency
Contamination prevention protocols
Easy-to-follow sorting guides
Ongoing support and adjustments
Key Benefit
Reduce contamination that costs you money
Make sorting easy for staff
Keep food waste separate from recyclables
Minimize odors and pest issues
Streamline pickup and hauling
3. Organic Waste Hauling & Diversion
We Handle the Pickup
Once your food waste is separated, we haul it to the right destination, keeping organics out of the landfill and reducing your disposal costs.
Hauling Options
Scheduled pickup: Weekly, bi-weekly, or custom frequency
Event support: Catering, festivals, special events
Where Food Waste Goes
Container sizing based on your volume
Strategic placement for workflow efficiency
Contamination prevention protocols
Easy-to-follow sorting guides
Ongoing support and adjustments
