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A commercial kitchen is always busy with food preparation activities. Regulators require the space to be compliant with Federal and State regulations to reduce cross-contamination and enhance safety. Those policies can have an impact on various aspects of your food business. Here are the top compliance requirements for a new commercial kitchen you’ll need to   Read More »

The growth of the food industry has led to an increase in demand for commercial kitchen equipment. However, when you’re new to the foodservice industry, it can be tricky to determine which pieces of commercial kitchen equipment your business will need. Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of five key things you shouldn’t ignore when looking   Read More »

By Carla Landi Vulcan Endurance Ranges are known for quality and performance. But, do you know all the features and customization options they provide to cater to your specific operation?   Flexible Endurance Ranges offer more than 300 different range configurations allowing operators to create the ultimate cooking station for their menu and workflow. Foodservice   Read More »

Setting up a restaurant can be a huge investment. In most cases, the food service equipment will quickly gobble up a considerable chunk of the budget. That is why every commercial kitchen needs a strict maintenance protocol to ensure that they extend the lifespan of this equipment. However, repeated daily use of the kitchen equipment   Read More »

Consumers are demanding healthier, more nutritious food. As hospitals renovate their meal areas, they continue to turn to food service equipment companies to supply quality cafeteria equipment. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a healthcare kitchen company to remodel your commercial kitchen. 1. Quality of Products Commercial kitchens are busy. A typical hospital   Read More »

by Carla Landi Bar Maid’s Fly-Bye Drain Trap Seal provides a solution to a critical COVID health risk in foodservice operations.  As you implement thorough cleaning procedures and risk prevention initiatives in your operation, be sure to check your drains.   There are two apparent things that give everybody the impression of “not sanitary.” They are   Read More »

Hiring new talent: A healthy company culture gives your restaurant a competitive advantage when it comes to attracting new talent. Happy employees can become your strongest recruitment resource; when they tell others how much they love working in your restaurant, others will naturally apply for positions! Retention and Loyalty: A healthy company culture breeds happy   Read More »

By: Kim Lorang In any company, creating and maintaining a healthy culture is the key to employee retention and happiness. One might argue that this is even more important in restaurants, where team members often work long shifts and truly depend on one another to provide exceptional service to customers. A positive, healthy culture where   Read More »

Carlisle recently introduced their new Carlisle Squares™ food storage containers. These containers maximize storage space while providing the added features foodservice professionals love. They are available in clear polycarbonate or opaque polyethylene. The color-coded liter and quart markings match the color-coded lids for quick product identification and to keep food organized and separated for sanitary   Read More »

Centerline™ by Traulsen introduces a line of simple, affordable refrigeration equipment for operations that demand quality and reliability without the need for advanced technology features or capabilities. In July 2020, Traulsen announced the addition of Centerline™ Reach-In Refrigerators and Freezers, Prep Tables, and Compact Undercounter Refrigerators and Freezers to their line-up. Traulsen’s goal behind Centerline™ is   Read More »

There is a 15-item prison checklist from the Federal Bureau of Prisons that has to be adhered to so kosher meals can be ‘religiously certified’. This is just one challenge a correctional facility kitchen has to face. Every day, there are potential behavior problems from abusive diners that have the potential to ruin the flow   Read More »

Some schools have outdated equipment such as inefficient refrigerators, outdated ovens, and more in their kitchens. This makes it difficult for even the best staff to store and prepare fresh, healthy foods. You want and need students to be healthy and well-fed so they can do their best in school. A lot of children depend   Read More »

Food service equipment gobbles up a significant portion of a restaurant or cafeteria start-up budget. Buying the wrong commercial grade restaurant supply may have huge financial implications in the form of repairs and replacements. No investor wants to spend their money on costly maintenance even before your new business is off the ground. Take a   Read More »

Starting a catering business is an exciting experience that can also be overwhelming. Part of the necessary installations is the restaurant exhaust hoods meant to provide proper ventilation for your kitchen. Did you know that as of 2016, the number of inmates in federal and state prisons stood at 2,162,400? These correctional facilities have unique   Read More »

The exhaust hood is the heart of any commercial kitchen’s ventilation system. The range hood manages airflow by removing smoke, steam, soot, heat and grease vapors out of the kitchen area. The commercial kitchen exhaust hood not only protects your staff from excessive heat but also helps the cooking area remain clean. Poorly ventilated kitchens   Read More »

The restaurant industry pulled in around $863 billion in sales in 2019, making it one of the largest industries in the world. To match the power of this industry, restaurant owners can sometimes be left scratching their heads on where to find the best kitchen equipment and equipment that will fit in their space. Utilizing   Read More »

Every commercial kitchen comes with its own set of unique challenges. Correctional facilities kitchen contractors have even more challenges when it comes to providing prison kitchen design that is efficient and safe for everyone. Here are a few different ideas for ensuring that a correctional facilities kitchen is as efficient as possible while also protecting   Read More »

Over the past 5 years and clear to 2019, the industry for commercial cooking equipment manufacturing has seen substantial growth with revenue increasing for the industry at a yearly rate of 2.2% up to $3.7 billion. What is the one influence that will continue to shape food service in the future? The food service equipment   Read More »

It’s no secret that running a food service business isn’t easy. In 2019 alone, the restaurant industry brought in approximately $863 billion in sales. That’s a lot of food to prepare in a short amount of time. Fortunately, having the right food service equipment on hand can help your business keep up with the demand.   Read More »

There is a 15-item checklist that has been compiled by the Federal Bureau of Prisons in regards to regulations that must be followed so kosher meals can be “religiously certified”. This is just one example of the regulations a correctional facility must go through in order to provide food. There are actually many others that   Read More »