The Pandemic’s Effect on Restaurant Supplies

5 Min Read By MRM Staff

While the pandemic has greatly affected many businesses, In June, KaTom Restaurant Supply had the single greatest month in company history.  How were they able to accomplish that? There are a few reasons.

First, the Kodak, Tennessee-based company found  a supplier and both bottled and sold hand sanitizer -- and gave back to the community by donating 100 gallons to local first responders. The KaTom team watched what people looked at online and reactied, focusing more than ever on disposables. They also helped restaurants realize they could update their kitchen while it was offline and not have to interrupt service. 

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine discussed supply issues and more with KaTom Founder, President and CEO Patricia Bible. 

What is the history of KaTom?KaTom is really the classic family-owned American business success story. When my husband Tim and I started KaTom, we operated mainly out of our home's garage. In 2001, Tim was wrapping up work…