Benefits of Membership

Become part of a growing community of hospitality businesses leading the transition to a more sustainable food system. As a member, you gain visibility and recognition from your customers for your sustainability achievements, and practical guidance, tools and hands-on personalised support to continue taking action and achieve your 1-3 Star Circular Kitchens certification.

Practical sustainability guidance

Our 12 pledges translate circular principles into clear actions that can be implemented step-by-step in real hospitality environments.

Progressive certification

Earn 1–3 Star certification that recognises your progress across Plastic Free, Ecological, Local, and Zero Waste practices.

Local support

Members are supported by a local Circular Kitchens Representative who understands the regional landscape and helps connect businesses with relevant suppliers and solutions.

Tools and resources

Access your personalised digital platform where you can track your progress and access practical guides, and a growing database of sustainable products and suppliers to take the pain out of sustainable procurement.

Marketing and visibility

Certified members are featured on the Circular Kitchens website, promoted through our social media and local campaigns, and provided with in-house materials like posters to showcase their commitment to circular practices.

Community and collaboration

Join a network of hospitality leaders working together to strengthen local food systems, support regenerative producers, and demonstrate that sustainable hospitality is both achievable and scalable. None of us can do it alone!

How Certification Works

Become a member of Circular Kitchens and start your journey to 3-Star certification. You’ll get access to our digital platform, practical tools, and hands-on support from your CK Representative to help you take clear, achievable steps towards a plastic-free, ecological, local and zero-waste kitchen.

1. Become a member

Upon registration (2-3 mins.) you will receive a confirmation email of your registration and your CK Representative (CK Rep for your post code) will get in touch and arrange a visit.

2. Support on your pledges

Following registration you will receive a link to your Circular Kitchens platform where you can track your pledges and access guidance and resources including access to the sustainable products database.

3. Get certified and tell the world

Book an audit with your CK Rep and get certified 1-3 Stars. Communicate your sustainability achievements with your customers and celebrate with your staff.

Ready to Join a growing community?

Become a Member and we’ll help you on your journey to becoming a 3 Star certified
Circular Kitchens, the new Gold Standard for sustainability in UK hospitality.
Your Circular Kitchens journey starts here.

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