What NYC Hospitality Operators Should Know About 3-Compartment Sink Sanitizer Compliance

Because One Missed Step Can Cost You an “A” Grade — Or Worse

If your NYC restaurant, hotel kitchen, commissary, or café uses a 3-compartment sink, it’s not enough to simply “wash and rinse.” Your sanitize step must meet strict NYC DOH guidelines — or your next inspection could result in fines, violations, or a downgraded rating.

At Sani Wash, we help NYC hospitality operators stay compliant and inspection-ready with proper food-safe sanitizers, automated dosing options, and training for your BOH team.

➡️ The 3-Compartment Sink Breakdown

Per NYC Department of Health, your sink must be set up as follows:

1. Wash – Hot water with detergent

2. Rinse – Clear, clean water to remove soap residue

3. Sanitize – EPA-registered, food-safe sanitizer at correct concentration

All three steps must be maintained during food service hours — not just at opening or closing.

⚠️ Common Violations (That Sani Wash Can Help Prevent)

• ❌ No sanitizer present

• ❌ Incorrect sanitizer concentration

• ❌ Lack of test strips or improper documentation

• ❌ Sanitizer not rated for food-contact surfaces

• ❌ Dirty or stagnant water in rinse or sanitize compartment

Even a spotless kitchen can be cited if the sanitizer isn’t correct — or if you can’t prove it’s being used properly.

✅ Sani Wash Sanitizers for 3-Compartment Sinks

We supply NYC foodservice operators with:

➡️ Quat-Based Sanitizers

• Effective, no-rinse food-contact solutions

• Stable, long-lasting formulas

• Works in cold water

• EPA-registered and NYC DOH compliant

➡️ Chlorine-Based Sanitizers

• Rapid-acting, affordable

• Requires accurate dosing and monitoring

• Best for short soak cycles and fast-paced environments

We also provide:

• Test strips (chlorine, quat, pH)

• Color-coded bottles for staff clarity

• Labeling, instructions, and bilingual safety guides

➡️ We Also Install & Maintain Dosing Systems

Tired of manual dilution errors? We offer:

• Wall-mounted automated dispensers

• Pre-mixed chemical stations

• Staff training on daily setup and testing

• Emergency service if your system fails mid-shift

➡️ We Serve Restaurants and Foodservice Teams Across NYC

Including:

• Manhattan: Chelsea, LES, Hell’s Kitchen

• Brooklyn: Bushwick, Greenpoint, Downtown

• Queens: Astoria, Flushing, Jackson Heights

• Bronx, Staten Island, Nassau County

From Michelin-starred kitchens to quick-service ghost kitchens, we keep NYC’s BOH operations running clean — and compliant.

➡️ Don’t Risk a Violation Over Sanitizer

Let Sani Wash set up and support your 3-compartment sink — with products and systems that work every single day.

✔ EPA-registered sanitizers
✔ DOH-compliant documentation
✔ Test strips, training & emergency service

➡️ Call (718) 729-1700
➡️ Email: [email protected]
➡️ Visit www.saniwash.com