Does Your Food Hygiene Grading Match Your Loo of the Year Award?

Does Your Food Hygiene Grading Match Your Loo of the Year Award?

As a business owner, you're undoubtedly proud of the shiny food hygiene sticker displayed on your window. It tells your customers you care about their health and safety. But let’s be honest—when was the last time you put that same level of effort into your washroom facilities?

The Hidden Standards That Speak Volumes
Your toilets say more about your business than you think. A spotless, well-maintained toilet shows attention to detail, respect for customers, and a commitment to high standards. On the flip side, a neglected toilet raises questions. If you can’t keep the washroom clean and functional, what does that say about the unseen areas of your business?
Think about it—customers, clients and visitors don’t peek into your kitchen or storeroom, but they will use your toilets. Those few moments in your washroom might leave a stronger impression than anything else. Are you proud of what they’ll see?

Why Standards Should Align
If your food hygiene rating is a five, but your toilet barely scrapes a three in the eyes of visitors, there’s a disconnect. It might not seem important, but it matters. People notice and, like it or not, they do judge.
Visitors might wonder:
If you ignore the toilets, what corners are you cutting elsewhere?
Are these poor standards reflected in the cleanliness of the kitchen, the handling of food, or even customer service?
No business wants to be under that kind of scrutiny.

It's Time to Raise the Bar
The Loo of the Year Awards exists to shine a spotlight on washroom excellence, rewarding businesses that go above and beyond in maintaining high standards. And let’s be clear—this isn’t just about winning awards. It’s about protecting your reputation and showing customers, clients, and staff that you care about every detail of their experience.

Making the Change
Investing in your washroom facilities doesn’t have to break the bank. Simple changes like regular deep cleaning, updating fixtures, and ensuring supplies are always stocked can make a huge difference.

Ask yourself: Does my washroom reflect the standards my business claims to uphold? If not, it’s time to act. Your food hygiene rating might get customers through the door, but the state of your toilets could decide whether they come back.
Don’t let your washroom be your business’s weak link. Keep it clean, keep it functional, and keep it a reflection of the standards you’re proud of.