With September being Food Safety Education Month, now is a great time to review how to practice proper food safety and sanitation in your restaurant. According to QSR Magazine, foodborne illnesses such as norovirus and salmonella cost the foodservice industry over $55 billion each year. This is a hefty price …
Read More »Work smarter and safer with food storage containers
Buying high-quality food storage containers is an investment worth making. According to RTS.com, “The restaurant industry spends an estimated $162 billion every year in costs related to wasted food.” That not only has a negative impact on our planet, but on your bank account as well. Getting your food to …
Read More »Helpful food safety tips and supplies for National Food Safety Month
Did you know September is National Food Safety Month? It was created in 1994 by the National Restaurant Association to increase awareness about the importance of food safety education, and it’s been observed annually ever since. The theme this year is “Know Safe & Show Safe”, a very apt angle …
Read More »A restaurant reopening guide for the Covid-19 era
As coronavirus restrictions slowly ease state by state, many restaurant operators are trying to determine what they need to do to safely reopen their establishments. We're committed to helping you comply with regulations, and safely operate your business again.
Read More »Increase restaurant sales with better take out containers
Third Party (On Demand) Delivery is a popular topic of discussion these days and they’re a great way to increase restaurant sales. Restaurants are experiencing 44% + of their sales being off-premise orders and 25% of those orders being delivery. It’s important to set your establishment up for success with …
Read More »[Buying Guide] Food Safety 101
In the wake of recent outbreaks, practicing food safety is more important than ever. Of course no one ever wants to fall victim to scandal, which not only puts guests at risk, but could cause irreparable damage to your restaurant and reputation. Unfortunately there is no surefire way to completely remove contaminants in …
Read More »How Often Should You Calibrate a Thermometer?
Although, the FDA doesn’t have strict documentation listed on how often restaurateurs and others in the food service industry should be calibrating thermometers, in order for HACCP plans to be successful, it’s important that thermometers are calibrated to measure within +/- 2° F (1.1° C) of the actual temperature being …
Read More »Food Allergy Awareness in the Restaurant
> In honor of Food Allergy Awareness Week, May 11-17, 2014, I thought I’d pull together some food allergy facts and how you can better prepare your restaurant for food allergen customers. First, I think I’ll start with my own story on food allergies. My youngest son has a severe …
Read More »Shopping Guide: Spring Cleaning for Restaurants
Throughout most of human history, spring has been a time for deep cleaning. As the air warms and winter recedes, now is the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and give your restaurant a thorough tip-to-toe scrubbing. We have some products that will help your spring cleaning efforts! Floor …
Read More »Fryer Safety Checklist
Fortunately, most modern fryers are simple and easy to use. But whenever you add 400°F oil to the mix, extreme caution is essential. What follows is a list of things to consider (please see our disclaimer at the end) if your commercial kitchen prepares deep-fried food. Non-Slip Footwear When it …
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