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Restaurants are notorious for wasting water. From rinsing dishes before sanitizing in the dishwasher, to dumping nearly full glasses of water down the drain, there are so many water-wasting events that you can prevent. Using low-flow appliances is a no-brainer way to start saving big on the bottom line. In …

Six signs to look for in a faulty refrigeration unit. Part of working in the food service industry means developing a deep understanding of the tools and appliances needed to keep your kitchen up and running. Of those appliances, your commercial refrigerator is arguably one of the most important. With …

What are the top five gift ideas for your staff? Appreciating your restaurant staff during the holidays makes the season so much brighter. When you invest in your team, they’re motivated to do their best every time they get into work. This year, show them you appreciate all they do …

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 …

Takeout containers might seem like a no-brainer, but trust me—you don’t want to overlook this very important component of your restaurant. Today’s “on the go” world is about to get busier as more businesses expand their offerings with online ordering, pickup and delivery options. Plus, as more diners eat your …

One of the unsung heroes in any commercial kitchen is the humble catering cart. Also known as a “utility cart,” these carts help you cover a lot of ground with ease. Designed to move heavy loads with minimal trouble, caterers and event planners alike often keep a few catering carts …

One of the greatest money making restaurant trends is outside dining. Everyone loves to dine on the patio and enjoy the warm summer breeze. So patio dining ideas are restaurant trends that are worth looking into. Here are some of our favorite ideas. 1. Mix Textures Hand-hammered metal paired with …

After weeks of being buried in the snow and hibernating indoors, the warm weather beckons us to come out and enjoy the sunshine. Is your concession stand ready for the upcoming festivals, markets and other outdoor events? Here’s our list of 4 key concession stand items you don’t want to …

Few things are worse than cooking a beautiful dish only to have it overcooked and dried out because of a heat lamp or strip heater. Because of this reason, strip heaters can sometimes get a bad rap. But in reality, strip heaters do an excellent job at keeping your food …

With an estimated 2 billion smartphone users in the world, it’s safe to say technology is here to stay. As tableside ordering and payment becomes more common, you may be asking what’s next for the humble guest check. Guest checks have long been helpful for recording orders (including sides, substitutions …