Steps in Cleaning Ice Bin

Though there are different types of ice bins available for restaurants, the process to clean each is similar
and relatively easy, whether the bin is also an icemaker or just a container for use made by another
machine. The most difficulty you will face while cleaning the bin is perhaps where to store ice while
cleaning and what time of day to clean the bin without causing chaos in the kitchen and bar area. Clean
the ice bin daily during closing time.

Things You'll Need

 Sanitized buckets
 Ice scoop
 Water-proof, insulated gloves
 Hot water
 Cloth or paper towels

1. Remove the ice from the ice bin. Scoop the ice out with the ice scoop and dump into the
sanitized buckets. Wear waterproof and insulated gloves as you remove the ice in order to
prevent your hands from getting cold and cramping or going numb.

2. Store the ice appropriately, if you intend to replace the ice into the cleaned ice bin instead of
making new ice. To store the ice, sit the ice in clean bucket or containers in a large, restaurant-
size walk-in freezer.

3. Wipe all inner and outer parts of the ice bin down with a damp clothed towel. After wiping
down with towel, thoroughly rinse the entire bin with hot water.

4. Allow the hot water to drain from the bin and dry out the insides of the bin with cloth or paper
towels.

Tips & Warnings

 Do not use a bleach solution or soaps to clean the ice bin, as any residue left behind from these
substances may either harm customers or taste badly and give your coffee shop a bad
reputation.