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 …
Read More »Fried foods you should consider adding to your menu
Don’t miss out on these fried food trends in your restaurant – just in time for football season. Yes, the health foods craze is still a strong trend. Avocados, kale, chia seeds and all – we support it! Maybe you’re asking yourself, is fried food still a trend? We sell …
Read More »Reduce Restaurant Waste In 5 Easy Steps
Becoming more sustainable doesn’t have to be a burden. Here are 5 ways to reduce restaurant waste. 1. Serve straws on request (and make it compostable)If anyone was ever to point to the largest environmental issue facing restaurateurs in 2018 it’s straws. Plastic straws have long been known to make …
Read More »Picking the Right Takeout Container
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 …
Read More »Should You Conduct a Focus Group?
Focus groups have long been used by restaurants to test new menu concepts before rolling them out to the general public. They’re a great way to gauge customer reception to new flavors or dishes without investing a lot. Focus groups don’t necessarily have to be formal affairs that require a …
Read More »Types of Catering Carts
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 …
Read More »10 Things to Instagram About In Your Restaurant
You probably already know the value of an active Instagram account, but you might find yourself asking—what should I post about? Recently an owner of a restaurant that specializes in hot dogs lamented to me, “There are only so many pictures of hot dogs we can put out there before …
Read More »Employee Perks
The job market is tough, I don’t need to tell you that. Between rising labor costs and a noticeably thin labor pool, it can be difficult to source (and retain) good talent. Next to food costs, turnover is one of the highest expenses businesses face. The amount of hours spent …
Read More »Played Out Trends
I’m going to be up front with you, I am a late adopter when it comes to trends. Translation? I’m the girl that gets into skinny jeans just as everyone starts wearing gauchos again. So when I discover a new trend it’s almost guaranteed that that trend is on its …
Read More »Share Your Favorite Sandwich Recipe for a Chance to Win!
Think you’ve got the tastiest sandwich on the block? Prove it! Share your winning sandwich recipe for a chance to win this new GX14IS Grill™ Express Sandwich Grill from Star Manufacturing®—a prize package worth more than $1,000! Get commercial-grade performance at an affordable price with Star Manufacturing®’s Grill Express™ sandwich grills! Featuring …
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