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May 19, 2025

Ghost kitchens are the future - delivery-only, low overhead, and lightning-fast. But behind the speed is a hidden challenge: multiple businesses using the same hood system… with no one tracking how clean it really is. In this scenario, Elite Pressure Pros is called to assess a shared-use kitchen with three operators - and some serious grease confusion.


A large commercial kitchen space was being rented by three delivery-only brands: a burger concept, a taco outfit, and a vegan bowls operation. Each had their own line, but they all shared:


  • One hood system
  • One rooftop fan
  • Zero cleaning records
  • No clear plan for maintenance responsibility

The property manager started getting complaints about odors, smoke, and staff discomfort. Something wasn’t right.


How Elite Pressure Pros Would Respond

Step 1: System-Wide Inspection & Usage Audit

We’d inspect:


  • Canopy + filters
  • Ductwork for all three lines
  • Rooftop fan condition
  • Grease containment system
  • Filter rotation frequency

We’d also break down usage by operator to find out who’s cooking what - and how often.


Step 2: Deep Clean the Entire Shared System

We’d schedule after-hours cleaning and:


  • Degrease the full canopy and all filters
  • Access and flush shared ducts
  • Clean the rooftop fan and grease catch
  • Set clear before/after documentation per line

This way, everyone sees exactly what they’re paying for.


Step 3: Create a Rotating Maintenance Agreement

We’d help the property manager implement:


  • Quarterly full cleans
  • Monthly inspections
  • Usage-based cost splitting
  • Digital logs for inspectors and operators

Now everyone’s accountable - and the kitchen runs smooth.


What the Property Owner Got


  • A safer, cleaner kitchen
  • Clear documentation for lease agreements
  • Happier tenants
  • Peace of mind before inspections or insurance audits

Shared space doesn’t mean shared risk - if it’s managed right.


Why Ghost Kitchens Need Pro-Level Maintenance

When you’ve got multiple operators, nobody wants to be the one to pay for grease cleanup. But if no one steps up, everyone pays when the system fails. Elite Pressure Pros makes it easy to clean, split costs fairly, and keep things running smoothly.


Managing a Shared-Use or Ghost Kitchen? Let’s Build You a Plan

No guesswork, no arguing over who’s responsible. We’ll inspect, clean, and document your system - so your tenants stay happy and your kitchen stays inspection-ready.


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