When Douglas Boakye first joined Act-Clean ten years ago as a cleaner, he couldn’t have predicted how far the journey would take him. Promotions followed, from cleaner to supervisor, to becoming Site Manager at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park and then at The Ned, two of London’s busiest, most prestigious...
Sustainability at the heart of hospitality: how Act-Clean partner with Charlie’s, at Brown’s Hotel
At Charlie’s, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s woven into the rhythm of the kitchen. From sourcing herbs in-house to working with small-boat fishermen, Executive Chef Andrew Sawyer, and the team at Charlie’s at Browns have built a food philosophy grounded in seasonality and equal respect for ingredients, for people,...
From Cleaner to Site-Manager of one of London’s most iconic hotels: Rebecca’s journey with Act-Clean
Rebecca Umukoro (Site-Manager) & Anzelica Natjazkin (Housekeeping Manager) at The Standard The Standard, London is known for its bold design, eclectic mix of restaurants and bars, and a vibrant energy that reflects a global spirit. From rooftop views to late-night parties, it’s a destination that dines out on creativity and...
Cleaning without compromise: Why Act-Clean chose Sybron
In a field where eco-credentials can be more style than substance, our partnership with Sybron is a values-driven decision we’re proud of. We work hard to protect our team and our environment and are therefore continually assessing our supply chain and processes to ensure we minimise our carbon and environmental...
Leading the night shift: Yekini’s story at Act-Clean
At Act-Clean, excellence often happens quietly, overnight. But behind every spotless lobby, restaurant and kitchen, there are people whose stories shape the service that guests experience every morning. One of those people is Yekini Saromi, who has been with us for over seven years and began as a night cleaner....
“A partnership built on trust”: Daniel Craig, General Manager from The Wolseley on working with Act-Clean
At The Wolseley City, one of London's most elegant dining institutions, attention to detail is everything. For General Manager Daniel Craig, who’s been part of the Wolseley restaurant family since 2003, the cleanliness of their establishments is integral to making an outstanding first impression on their customers. “In hospitality, people...
From Night Cleaner to Operations Manager: Lawrence’s commitment to Act-Clean
Behind every gleaming marble foyer and spotless kitchen in London’s finest hotel, restaurant and members club is a night-shift army whose work rarely sees the light of day. One of their standout leaders is Lawrence Yaw Adjei, who walked into Act-Clean a decade ago and became a night cleaner, and...
Why outsourcing to a cleaning partner makes sense – with Gillian Thomson, COO of Act-Clean
Certainly, in recent history, the challenges facing the hospitality industry right now, not only in the UK but the world over, have never been tougher. Costs have risen exponentially, margins have tightened beyond belief, and many businesses are under constant pressure to identify quick wins and efficiencies. While it may...
Staying Ahead in Cleaning – “Why Innovation Matters” with Mark Golding, Head of Operations at Act-Clean
In a fast-moving world, where guest expectations and operational challenges are constantly evolving, keeping ahead of industry trends and innovations isn't just beneficial, it’s essential. As Head of Operations at Act-Clean, I see first-hand how innovation in cleaning, embracing new technologies and ways of working keeps our standards high, our...
Behind the Scenes with Ilaria Avolio, Back of House Manager at Sofitel London, St James
At Act-Clean, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships with the teams we work with. We recently caught up with Ilaria Avolio, Back of House Manager at Sofitel London, who we recently started working with to talk about the high cleanliness standards at Act-Clean and her experience so far. 1....