How One PizzaExpress Oven Still Delivers After 30+ Years of Service

Nancy Lewendon

Jestic Foodservice Solutions

Premium Supplier 3rd September 2026
Nancy Lewendon

How One PizzaExpress Oven Still Delivers After 30+ Years of Service

What does it take for a pizza oven to last more than 30 years in a busy commercial kitchen?

At PizzaExpress Colchester, this Sveba Dahlen oven has delivered over three decades of service - a rare achievement in any professional kitchen.

In this video, Dan Doidge, FM Maintenance Manager at PizzaExpress, explains what’s made that possible: the right choice of oven, the right servicing, the right installation, and the right daily care.

From proper ventilation and positioning, to planned preventative maintenance and consistent cleaning, this is a real-world example of how the right support can keep equipment performing for decades.

Featuring insight into the long-standing partnership between PizzaExpress, Sveba Dahlen, Jestic Foodservice Solutions and R&S Services, this is a practical look at what long-term equipment performance really takes.

A 30-year success story powered by PizzaExpress, Sveba Dahlen, R&S Services and Jestic Foodservice Solutions - working together to keep pizza kitchens performing at their best.

To find out more about ‪@SvebaDahlenOfficial‬ ovens or to discuss your kitchen requirements, get in touch with Jestic Foodservice Solutions [email protected]

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