About Kitchen Guard - Leaders in Commercial Kitchen Cleaning

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Our Guiding Lights

Kitchen Guard’s Mission,
Vision & Values

Kitchen Guard is a disruptive new B2B franchise business revolutionizing the commercial kitchen exhaust and cleaning industry (KEC).

Devotion

Committed to delivering the best for our clients.

Resourcefulness

Finding innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Resilience

Staying steadfast in our mission, no matter the obstacle.

Accountability

Owning our actions and their outcomes.

Customer Service

100% satisfaction, 100% of the time.

Our Journey

Headquartered in San Diego, Kitchen Guard (formerly Green Guard Services) was founded in 2009 and has dominated the Southern California market and has since grown into a multi-million-dollar business.

The company was purchased in 2023 by EverSmith Brands and is currently being franchised throughout the United States.

Meet the Crew

Nathan Leathers

Founder and CEO

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Nathan Leathers

Founder and CEO

Nathan Leathers

Founder and CEO

Nathan founded Kitchen Guard (formerly Green Guard Services) in 2009 as an industry-leading service provider for kitchen exhaust cleaning services. He is responsible for all aspects of the business including strategic growth, building culture, retaining employees and customers and achieving the company’s vision.
Drew Eccles

Director of Operations

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Drew Eccles

Director of Operations

Drew Eccles

Director of Operations

Drew oversees all aspects of operational procedures, techniques and training curriculum. He has been with Kitchen Guard for more than 3 years in various roles including sales and general management.
John Conway

General Manager

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John Conway

General Manager

John Conway

General Manager

As General Manager, John is responsible for ensuring the daily operation of the company headquarters flows seamlessly in achieving company expectations in key performance indicators including sales revenue, customer retention and more.
Ryan Hall

Senior Training Manager

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Ryan Hall

Senior Training Manager

Ryan Hall

Senior Training Manager

Ryan is responsible for the development and management of all training materials and procedures at Kitchen Guard. He has more than 7 years of experience in the kitchen exhaust system industry across multiple disciplines (sales, cleaning, repair, account management).

Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

Recognized Excellence in
Commercial Kitchen Cleaning

The Tools That Set Us Apart

Cutting-Edge Equipment

Surface Cleaner

Operates at up to 275 Degrees at 4000 PSI, minimizing spatter while maximizing cleanliness. This is commercial grade and not the one’s available at the hardware store.

Surface Cleaner

Operates at up to 275 Degrees at 4000 PSI, minimizing spatter while maximizing cleanliness. This is commercial grade and not the one’s available at the hardware store.
Magnetic Duct Scraper

Essential for ducting longer than 5 feet, this tool delivers the force needed for proper cleaning.

Magnetic Duct Scraper

Essential for ducting longer than 5 feet, this tool delivers the force needed for proper cleaning.
Duct Spinner

We invest in high-end equipment that complies with Insurance and NFPA 96 CODE, reducing your fire risk.

Duct Spinner

We invest in high-end equipment that complies with Insurance and NFPA 96 CODE, reducing your fire risk.
Green Steam Surface Cleaner

This tool is vital for cleaning any commercial kitchen and surrounding areas properly. This is a high quality commercial washer that gets the job done right the first time.

Green Steam Surface Cleaner

This tool is vital for cleaning any commercial kitchen and surrounding areas properly. This is a high quality commercial washer that gets the job done right the first time.

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