Review the operating conditions
Food-service interiors combine joinery with water, heat, equipment and cleaning. Separate decorative and seating items from components adjoining service equipment. Coordinate project and authority requirements with the designer; a decorative material does not automatically suit every operating zone or establish compliance.
Compare the design options
Use these options to discuss the configuration that fits the room and its intended use. Review dimensions and details against the actual material and hardware selected in the drawing.
Restaurant and café woodwork — decision worksheet
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| Option | When to consider it | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Service counter | Equipment and operational supplies. | Equipment dimensions, ventilation and connections. |
| Fixed seating | An arrangement coordinated with tables and circulation. | Seat support, access and cleaning. |
| Panelling and display | Interior features and brand presentation. | Fixing and proximity to heat or water. |
Details to send before quotation
Include clear site photos and any available drawings, then clarify the points below. This makes the quotation scope easier to review and helps identify changes before production approval.
- Send the operating layout, equipment and service routes.
- Identify wet, hot and frequently cleaned areas.
- Provide materials and requirements set by the project team.
- Define electrical, plumbing and ventilation responsibilities.
Installation and handover checks
Test customer and service movement and storage openings. Inspect edges, stability and cleaning access, then have equipment and services tested before operation.
| Item | What to clarify |
|---|---|
| Project file | Location, floor, site photos and dimensioned drawings with a revision date. |
| Quotation scope | Identify manufacture, delivery, lifting, installation and work requiring another contractor. |
| Approval | Agree the finish sample, production drawing and item schedule; record changes to price or timing. |
Common questions
Does a joinery quotation include the commercial kitchen fit-out?
Not automatically. Define joinery, equipment, surfaces, services and operating requirements separately in the project scope and quotation.