Contract Template
Updated 2026

Free Commercial Kitchen Cleaner Service Agreement

One grease fire in a neglected duct turns a million-dollar kitchen into a charcoal pit, and without a solid contract, you're the one holding the bill for the rebuild. If the health inspector finds a single violation, the owner will sue you for every dime of lost revenue while their doors are locked.

Pro Contractor Tip

Insert a 'Limitation of Liability' clause to ensure you aren't personally on the hook for the entire value of the restaurant if a freak accident happens during a deep clean.

Why use a written agreement?

Handshake deals are risky. As a Commercial Kitchen Cleaner, "scope creep" is your biggest enemy. A clear agreement ensures everyone agrees on the deliverables before money changes hands.

🛡️ What this template covers:

  • Deliverables List
  • Payment Terms
  • IP Rights
  • Revision Limits
  • Cancellation Policy

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Statement of Work

REF: 2026-001

1. Project Background

This Agreement is entered into by and between the Client and the Contractor. The Client wishes to engage the Contractor for professional Commercial Kitchen Cleaner services.

2. Scope of Services

The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:

  • Exhaust Hood Degreasing to Bare Metal
  • High-Pressure Ductwork Scraping
  • Blower Fan Housing Decarbonization
  • Filter Chemical Soak and Sanitize
  • Grease Trap Evacuation and Cleaning
  • Kitchen Floor Drain Pressure Wash
  • Wall-to-Floor Coving Scrub

3. Performance Standards

The Contractor agrees to perform the Commercial Kitchen Cleaner services in a professional manner, using the degree of skill and care that is required by current industry standards.

Total ValueVariable

TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):

1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.

2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.

Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I show up and the night shift is still cooking, forcing my crew to wait around?

Your contract should include a 'Site Readiness' clause that bills the client for idle time; if they aren't ready for you, they pay for the privilege of making you wait.

The owner wants me to 'throw in' the walk-in fridge cleaning for free since I'm already there.

Scope creep is a profit killer; point to your written list of deliverables and use a formal Change Order to price out extra work before you touch a sponge.

How do I make sure I actually get paid after the job is done and the owner stops picking up the phone?

Set clear payment terms in your agreement that trigger late fees or a 'Stop Work' order on future visits, and never hand over the compliance sticker until the check clears.