THE HOODZ DIFFERENCE
As the leading authority in kitchen exhaust cleaning and maintenance, we work hard to help ensure your business operations are in full compliance with local laws and regulations. Whether you’re in need of a complete exhaust hood system cleaning, regular system inspections or maintenance, or a general assessment, you can count on HOODZ to provide professional services tailored to your needs.
ABOUT HOODZ
HOODZ was founded in 1972 and expanded nationally in 2008. Since then, HOODZ has become the trusted name and the leading authority in kitchen exhaust cleaning and maintenance. We offer a wide variety of services that are designed to save you time, money and headaches. In addition to exhaust hood cleaning, we service conveyor ovens, hood filters, and exhaust fans, and offer top-notch grease containment solutions and pressure washing services.
When you rely on HOODZ for your commercial kitchen cleaning and maintenance needs, we do much more than take one more responsibility off your plate. We also help keep your commercial kitchen clean, safe, and compliant with local standards, as well as national standards such as the NFPA 96 Standard and the IKECA ANSI C-10 Standard.
HOODZ MISSION & VALUES
We are dedicated to partnering with you to help reduce the risk of fire in commercial kitchens with thorough kitchen exhaust services performed by a trained & certified team.
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Expertise You Can Trust
Our certified technicians bring professional workmanship that follows national and local standards.
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Dependable Service
Count on us for proactively scheduled service that meets the needs of your busy kitchen.
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One Team, One Goal
We work together to give you our best and to help keep your commercial kitchen running smoothly.
MEET THE HOODZ TEAM
Nathan Willard
Brand President
With an extensive background in franchising and management, Nathan has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and driving sustained growth. As Brand President, he focuses on empowering franchise owners and their teams through comprehensive support services and innovative training programs, expanding the brand’s position as an industry leader.
Ryan Evers
Franchise Business Coach
Bringing dual-perspective experience, with hands-on background both as a franchisor and a small business owner, Ryan has exceptional expertise in operations, coaching, and training. As a Business Coach, he supports HOODZ franchisees with operational efficiencies and business tactics, empowering them to grow and realize their business aspirations.
Steve Brandou
Franchise Business Coach
Drawing on over 25 years of experience as a General Manager and Trainer for big-box retail brands, Steve brings immense expertise in sales, management, and talent development to his role. As a Business Coach, he supports HOODZ franchisees with sales and operational strategies, positioning teams for success with a focus on personnel.
Jason Thomas
Training & Development Manager
With over a decade of experience in franchising, management, and technical training, Jason leads the company’s widely acclaimed training and development efforts. As an IKECA certified member, he manages HOODZ certifications nationwide with a sharp focus on advancing industry expertise through education, safety, and technician personal leadership.
VOLUNTEERING & OUTREACH
At HOODZ, we believe in supporting our local communities. HOODZ International works closely with Ronald McDonald House Charities, while each individually owned and operated franchise location supports causes in their local community. HOODZ culture is all about being the best that we can be and living by the wise words of BELFOR CEO, Sheldon Yellen: “Do the right thing, even when nobody is watching.”
Why HOODZ
Regular commercial kitchen maintenance services play a vital role in the safety of your commercial kitchen by helping reduce the risk of commercial kitchen fires. Because of this, these services should be completed by trained and certified professionals. That’s where we come in! At HOODZ, we strive to exceed your expectations by cleaning your entire kitchen exhaust system while staying in compliance with local and national standards.
Since wasted time is wasted money in the food service industry, we use a proprietary scheduling system that automatically alerts us when services are due or inspections are required. This means you can continue focusing on your business with the peace of mind that your commercial kitchen is clean and up to code. And, once our work is done, we provide a thorough before and after photo report so you can see how effective our services are firsthand.
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