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New Foodservice Products Designed for Operational Flexibility

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From a fresh food merchandiser that can transform an underutilized space, to serving pieces that can be safely used indoors or out, to a ventless pot and pan washer that isn’t restricted to ductwork, these new foodservice products make flexibility the rule. Read on to see what's new! The Hatco Programmable Multi-Burner Countertop Induction Range is the only multi-burner programmable induction range of its kind, providing multi-stage cooking control across a single countertop system.  Six independently controlled burners carry out programmed recipes using time, power level, or temperature setpoints, helping maintain consistent results with less labor. The system stores up to eight recipes that can be accessed across all burners, allowing operators to standardize performance and repeat results every time.   Designed for autonomous fresh food merchandising in tighter spaces, the ARM Slim by Structural Concepts delivers advanced, frictionless retail in a refined, compact ...

Everything in its Place: The Art of Foodservice Organization

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“A place for everything and everything in its place."  This familiar saying, a modern version of a quote from Benjamin Franklin, means that the foundation of good organization is giving every item a home. In a foodservice environment, that practice pays big dividends. Clean and organized workspaces help employees stay focused, efficient, and safe. Today, we’re talking about keeping workspaces clear with the right equipment to give a safe and proper home to utensils, knives, supplies, sheet pans, and more.   The Quantum Foodservice Store Grid Task Station clears the clutter and puts your wall space to work.  Store Grid Systems are available with a variety of custom-configurable shelves, bins, baskets, and hooks that keep frequently used utensils and supplies visible and accessible, yet up and out of the way.    Knives need to be handy, but they create a hazard when left on work tables or loose in drawers or bins. Edlund offers an exclusive line of...

Re-thinking Foodservice Processes to Save Labor

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Getting the job done with a short staff is nothing new in the world of foodservice, but sometimes it feels like there just has to be a better way. Analyzing processes is a tried and true way to reduce costs and do more with fewer people. It requires taking the time, however, to stop, observe, and assess a process with fresh eyes. That’s no simple feat when you and your team are running full throttle and already feeling overwhelmed. How do you get yourself or key team members to take a step back to evaluate if your standard operating procedures are using more labor, space, or expertise than you can afford? Think of it like freeing a vehicle that’s stuck in the mud. If you’ve ever been in this situation, you know the first impulse is to gas it. Sometimes that works, but keeping the pedal to the metal can also make you spin your wheels deeper and get even more frustrated. Operations can’t slow down, but one person taking a pause to assess a procedural bottleneck is often all it takes ...

6 Reasons You May Need Autonomous Food Merchandising

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Autonomous. It’s a big word we’ve been hearing a lot of lately, as technology evolves to meet ongoing labor issues across industries.  In the foodservice world, you can now provide customers with access to fresh food 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and no staff required, with autonomous food merchandising. How do you decide if autonomous merchandising is a good fit for your operation? If your business fits two or more of the following criteria, autonomous food merchandising is worth a serious look. 1. Foodservice isn’t your primary business. Employees, students, hotel guests, and the like often prioritize the speed and convenience that a self-serve merchandiser can provide. 2. Your staff is small or frequently changing. No staff are needed to complete transactions, so your team can focus on their primary responsibilities. 3. Your customers have off-peak eating habits. Late hotel arrivals, and students or employees working late into the night all benefit from 24/7 food ...

Finishing Touches for Back to School ‘23

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You’ve been planning and preparing your child nutrition program for the new school year, but do you still feel like you’re missing something? From durable prep and portioning tools to playful serving and merchandising pieces to transport superstars, these finishing touches can help you dot your i’s and cross your t’s for back to school ’23! Since there’s no time for students to pick and choose the perfect piece of fruit, the Curved Fruit Basket by TableCraft is the ideal merchandising solution.  Its fun, vertical design takes up less space and requires the student to pick the first one out by dispensing one piece at a time. Make quick and clean work out of wrapping fresh fruit with the TableCraft Kenkut 3 Film Dispenser .   The Kenkut 3 can hold 12-18" rolls of film or foil up to 6" diameter (3,000 ft roll) and features both a slide cutter and metal safety blade, plus non-slip feet, for easy two-handed use. The hygienic patented design is dishwasher safe and complies w...