Recycle food waste in corporate buildings

There are food waste recycling bins in all the kitchens in our corporate buildings.

Check the list below to see what you can recycle in this bin.

Things that can go in:

• teabags and coffee grounds
• sandwiches and snack foods
• leftovers (including meat)
• bread and pastries
• fruit and veg peelings
• small quantities of liquids (not in a container)

Things that can't go in:

• foil and food wrap
• cardboard and paper
• packaging of any sort
• plastic bags
• large quantities of liquid
• coffee filters
• Rethink Food Waste A6 (PDF, 686KB)

You’ll find tips for reducing your food waste, including recipes and a handy portion size calculator, on the Love Food Hate Waste website.

See video below on workplace food waste.

• Rethink your workplace food video transcript (PDF, 72KB)

Contact

For queries about what can go in the bin, contact teamrecycling@cheshireeast.gov.uk.

If the bin is full and needs emptying, or for any other issues with the bins, see report a problem with a building or facility.