Safety
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March 28, 2022
Of all the tools and machinery in your commercial kitchen, is it possible to pick a favorite? If you can, odds are you might choose your TurboChef oven – a rapid cook oven that doesn’t require the same ventilation as a standard oven, so it’s perfect for smaller kitchens in bars, concession stands, and other food service locations with limited kitchen space and less ventilation. Due to the amount of food that a TurboChef oven can prepare in one day, it’s incredibly important to keep up with cleaning. . .
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April 02, 2019
High performance grills are an essential part of most commercial kitchens. As one of the main appliances that help cook a variety of dishes in the food service industry, it’s important to invest in a grill that can make it through even the toughest kitchen challenges. Although high quality grills are known for their durability and consistency, it is not uncommon to experience a minor malfunction. Luckily, these six common grill problems usually have simple solutions that don’t require. . .
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June 14, 2018
Summer has just begun and it’s already incredibly hot. This heat only gets worse when you enter a commercial kitchen that is full of ovens, grills, and fryers. All of this commercial kitchen equipment produces heat that can make your kitchen miserably hot. Below, we’ve outlined some steps you can take to cool down your kitchen and to help your chefs to beat the heat.
- Start with Ventilation
All commercial kitchens are required to have ventilation systems. These systems can capture. . .
- Start with Ventilation
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June 14, 2018
As summer swings into full gear, you’re likely to see many food trucks. Whether they’re parked at a local fair or festival, or simply an open parking lot, these food trucks can attract many customers. Some even have a dedicated following that keeps tabs on their location through social media. If seeing lines of customers outside your local food trucks has you dreaming of opening your own, check out our tips for designing your food truck below. Due to the limited space available in a food truck, it. . .
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May 22, 2018
When running a restaurant, your top priority is your customers’ safety. One serious risk to your customers is the improper preparation of meals for customers with allergies. Careless cross-contamination could mean that one of your customers will stop breathing. With these serious potential consequences in mind, it is vital that you take steps to deal with allergens properly. We’ve outlined some of our key tips below.
- Train Your Staff
Do not assume your staff knows how to prevent. . .
- Train Your Staff
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April 27, 2018
At restaurants that serve deli meats, the meat slicer is an essential piece of commercial kitchen equipment. A recent study, however, shows that at least fifty percent of slicers are not cleaned as often as FDA guidelines require (check your state's health. . .
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April 25, 2018
In busy commercial kitchens, it can be hard to find enough space to store all of your equipment and ingredients. In addition, many health codes require that food items be stored at least six inches above the floor, which means you need a storage solution that will allow you to keep food elevated without taking up much precious space. Below, you’ll find a list of our suggestions for commercial kitchen storage solutions and an explanation for when each type of storage should be used.
Dunnage. . .
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April 02, 2018
Spring weather has finally arrived which means it’s time to begin that restaurant renovation you fantasized about this winter. Renovating your restaurant can be extremely exciting and can result in happier customers and, consequently, a more successful business. The process of renovating your restaurant, however, can be stressful. In addition to the expense and chaos that a restaurant renovation can cause, it may irritate your customers. After all, a romantic dinner by candlelight doesn’t pair well. . .
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March 07, 2018
Spring is in the air, which means it’s time for some spring cleaning! When it comes to Commercial Kitchens, a thorough spring cleaning is an important part of maintaining your high standards of cleanliness. Below, you’ll find a list of some of our top tips for making the most of your spring cleaning.
- Get your staff motivated!
Spring cleaning is a lot of work, but it doesn’t have to be a miserable experience. Consider closing your restaurant for a day to give your staff a chance. . .
- Get your staff motivated!
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February 21, 2018
In honor of National Hot Breakfast Month, the CPS team has been thinking about how commercial kitchens can keep their breakfast buffets safe for all their customers. We all know breakfast buffets are delicious, but sometimes cross contamination and other food safety issues can occur at these busy buffets. Below, you’ll find a list of tips to create the perfect breakfast buffet.
- Start with Training
The single most important aspect of keeping your buffet safe is training. . .
- Start with Training