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THE RESTAURANT ECO-SYSTEM NEEDS HELP

Culinary Cues

There is no other outlet for this specialized equipment. [] Breweries: Sure, maybe consumers are directing their beer purchases to their local package store, but breweries know that this direct to consumer cycle is not sufficient to support their growing expenses.

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OUR DAILY BREATH: POST COVID KITCHENS – GET READY

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Hand washing will become an even more critical standard in restaurants. [] REQUIRED OUTSIDE LAUNDERING OF UNIFORMS. Gone will be that favorite T-shirt as a uniform of choice, unwashed shoes, baseball caps, or cargo pants and shorts. [] WORK SURFACE SANITATION PROTOCOL AND TESTING.

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DON’T SETTLE FOR MEDIOCRITY

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What piece of equipment will be most successful in reaching your goals of deliciousness? Walk through the steps toward excellence: What blend of meat and what fat content make the most flavorful and moist burger? What method of cooking will yield the best opportunity for caramelization and deliciousness?

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Navigating Through Ice: The Five Most Common Ice Machine Repair Issues

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Engaging with professionals who specialize in the electronic aspects of refrigeration equipment is crucial for accurate diagnostics and precise repairs. The root causes often trace back to mineral buildup in the water line or malfunctioning of the water filtration system.

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THE VALUE OF THE SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS

Culinary Cues

This will teach him or her the importance of organization, how to become a more efficient cook someday, how important clean equipment is to the chef, and the pot washer’s role in mise en place. [] LET ME SHOW YOU HOW TO MOP A FLOOR: This is a skill to be learned.

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A RETURN TO KITCHEN WORK ETHIC

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START DEPENDABLE – STAY DEPENDABLE: Once you are employed make sure that you are at work, ready to go, full of energy, smile on your face, uniform in order, and 15 minutes early. TREAT THE EQUIPMENT WITH RESPECT: You didn’t pay for that $1,200 Robot Coupe – but the restaurant did so that you had the right equipment for the job.

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ALL HAIL DISHWASHERS

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Think about this: The most expensive piece of equipment in kitchens is the dishwashing machine. Why do we sometimes treat dish washers as commodities – interchangeable and easily replaceable parts, when their role is so critical to the success of the restaurant (front and back of the house)? Who is responsible for this machine?