Wallin Foodservice Resources

Football season is well underway, but it’s not too late to score additional revenue. Think of it as halftime, the perfect time huddle and storm back onto the field to take the “W”. The takeout trend isn’t showing any signs of slowing down either, so between individual, family, and large group meals to go, opportunity is everywhere. With labor as tight as it is, everyone is feeling the strain, so patience seems to be yet another product in short supply. If you can support your great food with solid service, you’ve got a winning combination that will keep your fans coming back and likely even earn you some new ones. Here’s a look at the latest products and ideas that streamline workflows while strengthening your takeout game. A Clear Path for Cocktails to Go Beer and football go together like salt and pepper, but according to Drinks International , in 2020, spirits consumption rose by 4.6% while “unflavored” domestic beers dropped by a surprising 4.4% amid an expanding fiel...

Now more than ever, busy consumers have a lot of catching up to do. With things to do, places to be, and people to see, they want and need the convenience of grab-and-go menu options. No matter what type of foodservice operation you run—convenience store, grocery, restaurant, K-12 school, university, healthcare facility, employee feeding, military installation, correctional facility, and beyond—grab-and-go menus present valuable business benefits that optimize staff and maximize revenue: Food is pre-prepped, pre-portioned, and pre-packaged during off-peak hours No plating, serving, or bussing Staff and tables are freed up for on-premise dining Expedites service with minimal interaction Provides convenient options for customers when the kitchen is closed Increases total sales  What should you look for when setting up your grab-and-go operation? Here are some key things to consider followed by a few of our favorite cold, hot, and mobile merchandising recommendations for g...