
How to set up restaurant composting program
Launch a BOH/FOH composting program that works: bin layouts, hauler setup, roles, training, signage, and contamination controls, step by step.




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Tidewater Compost is a food waste recycling company based in Virginia Beach, VA, serving restaurants and other local businesses. They focus on composting organic waste to reduce landfill contributions and greenhouse gas emissions. Their services include weekly pickup of food scraps and compostable materials, helping transform waste into nutrient-rich soil. Tidewater Compost supports sustainability efforts in the Hampton Roads area and provides tools and guidance to make composting easy for their clients.

Launch a BOH/FOH composting program that works: bin layouts, hauler setup, roles, training, signage, and contamination controls, step by step.

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