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02/11/2026

Commercial kitchens do not become any less demanding once summer is over. Hotels, restaurants, pubs, schools and care settings still rely on ovens, fryers, grills, dishwashers and other essential equipment performing properly every day.

A good example came last week at the Templestowe Hotel in Torquay, where our team installed a new Wexidisc dishwasher to support the kitchen operation.

Equipment like this plays a vital role during service, and when something starts to fail, the effect can quickly be felt across the whole kitchen. That is why we support businesses with everything from new installations and reactive repairs through to servicing and preventative maintenance.

Across Torquay, Torbay, Exeter, Plymouth and the wider Devon area, our engineers help commercial kitchens keep essential equipment in good working order and deal with issues before they create unnecessary disruption.

Thank you to the team at Templestowe Hotel for choosing Empire Services for the installation.

🌐 https://empireservicessw.co.uk/services/catering-equipment/
📞 01803 500908

30/10/2026

Commercial kitchens depend on more than just one piece of equipment working properly.

Ovens, fryers, dishwashers, refrigeration systems and ventilation all need to perform reliably to keep service moving and reduce disruption.

In our latest blog, we look at how joined-up support across catering equipment, refrigeration and ventilation can help commercial kitchens in Torquay, Plymouth and Exeter stay operational.

Read the full blog here:
https://empireservicessw.co.uk/keeping-commercial-kitchens-running-across-torquay-plymouth-and-exeter/

To discuss servicing, repairs or planned maintenance for your commercial kitchen, call Empire Services on 01803500908.

28/10/2026

A commercial kitchen rarely operates in isolation from the rest of the building. Catering equipment needs to perform reliably, refrigeration needs to protect stock and ventilation needs to keep air moving effectively through busy working spaces.

Empire Services supports all three areas for businesses across Torquay, Plymouth, Exeter and South Devon, giving customers access to one local team for repairs, servicing, planned maintenance and ongoing engineering support.

That can make day-to-day site management much simpler. Instead of coordinating separate contractors for different systems, businesses can work with engineers who understand more of the equipment and infrastructure they rely on.

From ovens, fryers and dishwashers to cold rooms, commercial fridges, extraction and ventilation systems, our focus is on providing practical support that helps commercial sites stay operational and well maintained.

For hotels, restaurants, pubs, schools, care settings and other commercial premises, having broader support from one familiar team can make a real difference.

🌐 https://empireservicessw.co.uk
📞 01803 500908

26/10/2026

For many hospitality and foodservice businesses, the colder months bring their own busy trading periods, which means kitchen and refrigeration equipment still needs to perform reliably day after day.

Ovens, fryers and dishwashers can be working through long service periods, while fridges, freezers and cold rooms need to maintain consistent temperatures and protect stock behind the scenes. When equipment is already showing signs of wear or inconsistent performance, increased demand can make those issues more disruptive.

Planned servicing gives businesses an opportunity to check equipment properly, deal with developing faults and make sure essential systems are in good working order before the busiest periods arrive.

Empire Services supports commercial kitchens across Torquay, Plymouth, Exeter and South Devon with catering equipment and refrigeration servicing, maintenance and repair support, helping customers reduce avoidable downtime and keep service running smoothly.

🌐 https://empireservicessw.co.uk
📞 01803 500908

23/10/2026

Hotels, pubs and restaurants across Torbay rely on commercial kitchen equipment working properly every day.

From ovens and fryers to grills, dishwashers and other essential appliances, even a relatively small fault can quickly affect service and put extra pressure on kitchen teams.

In our latest blog, we look at why planned catering equipment servicing matters for hospitality businesses, how regular maintenance can help reduce breakdowns, and the value of having reliable repair support in place.

Read the full blog here:
https://empireservicessw.co.uk/catering-equipment-servicing-for-hotels-pubs-and-restaurants-in-torbay/

To discuss catering equipment servicing or repairs for your hotel, pub, restaurant or commercial kitchen, call Empire Services on 01803500908.

21/10/2026

A busy hospitality venue depends on more than one system working properly. The kitchen needs ovens, fryers and dishwashers to perform consistently, while fridges, freezers and cold rooms need to protect stock and support service throughout the day.

When one of those areas starts to cause problems, the impact can quickly spread across the wider operation. That is why having joined-up support for both catering equipment and refrigeration can make day-to-day maintenance much easier to manage.

Empire Services supports pubs, restaurants, hotels, cafés and foodservice businesses across Plymouth, Exeter, Torquay and South Devon with repairs, servicing and planned maintenance across both areas.

Our engineers help customers keep essential kitchen and refrigeration equipment in good working order, identify developing issues early and provide responsive support when something needs attention.

For hospitality businesses, that means practical help across more of the equipment they rely on every day, with the aim of reducing disruption and keeping service moving.

🌐 https://empireservicessw.co.uk
📞 01803 500908

19/10/2026

Join our team as a trainee/apprentice refrigeration & air conditioning engineer
We’re looking for someone to join our refrigeration and air conditioning service department and build a long-term career with Empire Services.

This opportunity is open to all ages, so whether you’re leaving school and looking for your first step into engineering, or you’re considering a career change and want to learn a skilled trade, we’d be interested in hearing from you.

You’ll work alongside our experienced service engineers across Devon and Cornwall, gaining practical experience on commercial refrigeration, cold rooms and air conditioning systems for hospitality, retail and commercial customers. You’ll receive full training on the job while working towards a recognised qualification.

We’re looking for someone who is hands-on, reliable and genuinely keen to learn. An interest in practical, mechanical or technical work would be a real advantage, but previous refrigeration or air conditioning experience isn’t required.
Candidates must be based within a TQ, PL or EX postcode due to the area covered by the role.

For the right person, this is an opportunity to learn from an experienced team, develop valuable technical skills and build a genuine long-term career with a growing local business.

To apply, send your CV along with a short note telling us a little about yourself and why the role interests you to:

📧 [email protected]

16/10/2026

Commercial kitchen ventilation plays a major role in keeping busy kitchens comfortable, practical and able to operate effectively throughout the year.

From managing heat and cooking fumes to improving airflow and controlling odours, a well-maintained extraction system can make a noticeable difference to working conditions.

In our latest blog, we look at why commercial kitchen ventilation matters for restaurants, hotels, pubs, cafés and other hospitality businesses across Torquay, Torbay and South Devon, as well as the common signs that a system may need maintenance or repair.

Read the full blog here:
https://empireservicessw.co.uk/commercial-kitchen-ventilation-in-torquay-and-south-devon/

To discuss kitchen ventilation, extraction maintenance or repair support, call Empire Services on 01803500908.

14/10/2026

Commercial ventilation has an important role to play well beyond the warmer months. In kitchens, hospitality venues, leisure facilities, offices and other commercial buildings, effective airflow helps manage heat, steam, odours and stale air while supporting a more comfortable working environment.

Kitchen extraction is a good example. Cooking equipment continues producing significant heat and fumes throughout the year, so extraction systems still need to move air effectively and perform consistently regardless of the temperature outside.

Regular servicing and maintenance can help identify issues with fans, filters, ductwork and other components before airflow or extraction performance begins to suffer. It also gives businesses a better understanding of how their system is performing rather than waiting until a noticeable problem develops.

Empire Services supports commercial ventilation systems across Torquay, Plymouth, Exeter and South Devon, providing practical engineering support for hospitality, leisure and wider commercial sites.

🌐 https://empireservicessw.co.uk
📞 01803 500908

12/10/2026

Commercial kitchen equipment works hard every day, and regular servicing can make a real difference to how reliably it performs.

Ovens, fryers, dishwashers, grills and other essential appliances naturally develop wear over time. Servicing gives engineers the opportunity to check equipment properly, identify developing faults and deal with performance issues before they become more disruptive to the kitchen.

Empire Services supports hospitality businesses, schools, care settings and other commercial kitchens across Torquay, Plymouth, Exeter and South Devon with planned catering equipment servicing and maintenance.

For busy kitchens, the benefit is straightforward. Equipment is better looked after, potential issues can be identified earlier, and businesses have a clearer picture of the condition of the appliances they rely on every day.

Alongside planned maintenance, our engineers are also available when reactive repairs are needed, giving local businesses practical support throughout the working life of their catering equipment.

🌐 https://empireservicessw.co.uk
📞 01803 500908

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Torquay
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