As you begin preparing to re-open your commercial kitchen,
one of the most important things to remember is to have patience. Your
equipment may need a little extra TLC in order to start, and service companies
are likely understaffed and overwhelmed with service calls as operators run
into issues with their equipment.
With that in mind, here are a few ways to best prepare your
equipment for regular use:
Give your
entire kitchen a good deep cleaning. Disinfect all surfaces and clean the insides
of equipment, underneath them, and behind them! Aim to get your kitchen looking
the way it looked the first day you opened. This is a great time to start
fresh!
Consider
bringing in some outside assistance. Have your ducts cleaned, the fire
system inspected, and your hood’s fans and controls inspected. Because your
hood has been sitting idle for an extended period of time, belts may have
become brittle which would make them susceptible to snapping. Service your
rooftop units as the coils, blowers, and other internal parts may need to be
cleaned. The more you do to clean your equipment well, the less likely you are
to run into issues when you try to start a machine!
Ensure
your hood is working properly before you turn on any other equipment. Once
the unit has been cleaned, you can do a smoke test to make sure the hood is
indeed working. If the smoke goes up into the hood, you’re good to go! If it
does not, it’s time for a service call.
Clean
your refrigeration units. Clean the condensers (directions should be in
your owner’s manual, or you can look for a video online). Clean out the
interior of the fridge, and if any smells linger, leave the doors open to let
it air out. Once smells are gone and the unit has been cleaned, turn the unit
on. If it does not come to temperature within two hours, try to adjust the
temperature control to see if it reacts. If it does not, call the service
department. Moving forward, you should be cleaning the condenser on each unit
once per month.
Clean and
re-light the pilot lights on your ranges and convection ovens. After you’ve
ensured your hood is working properly, you can safely turn on your gas line and
re-light your pilot lights. Keep in mind there may be air bubbles in the gas
lines, so it may take up to two minutes to manually light a pilot light. For
convection ovens, they may try to light a few times before the system
determines it is unable to light and shuts down. If this happens, turn the
machine off and on to allow it to cycle again. If after two restarts it is still
not cycling on, and your range is working properly (this tells you that there
isn’t an issue with the gas line), make a service call.
Let the water run through all of your
faucets to get things flowing and flush out the system.
Clean and
run your ice machine. Replacing the water filter should be the first thing
you do. Once that is done, open the ice maker. Disassemble all removable
components and wash/sanitize to remove any mold, mildew, and algae. Clean and
sanitize the storage bin or dispenser along with all ice scoops, ice buckets,
and transport equipment. Then, restore all components before turning the water
on. Start the machine up and run two or three batches of ice and discard the
ice. Run the machine through any manufacturer recommended cleaning and
sanitizing procedures before starting normal ice production. Allow the machine
to run for up to 24 hours prior to re-opening.
Garland’s INSTINCT Induction line featuring RTCSmp (Real-Time Temperature Control System multi-point) technology is the first and only comprehensive control and monitoring system for induction.
This technology provides real-time control, faster heat up
times, safe cooking, and accurate temperatures by utilizing the electronics
within the modules. This patented technology protects against “empty heating”
which detects if an empty pan has been left on the surface, ensuring against
possible unsafe scenarios. This also reduces heat and energy waste, saving you
money!
Many cleaners out there can remove grease and baked-on carbon, but what separates Franklin Machine Products Carbon Cure from the competition is that it is non-caustic! This allows for the spray-on cleaner to be safe enough to use without gloves or protective clothing and won’t burn skin! As an added safety benefit, Carbon Cure does not create noxious fumes that are harmful, just a slight mild smell as it works to break up buildup.
It is also very simple to use. Simply spray, wait about 5 minutes, and rinse off with water! For a deeper clean on those surfaces that have baked on carbon, a mildly abrasive sponge will get the job done. For best results, use on metal that is still slightly warm.
The high-performance Proctor Silex blender (Model 55000) from Hamilton Beach Commercial is built to withstand rigorous use that you would expect in a commercial blender. It delivers excellent results for both food and beverage applications using a powerful 2.4 peak HP motor, it is reliability at an affordable price!
Check out the many features below:
2.4 peak HP motor
BPA-free 64oz/1.8L plastic container
Pulse function and variable speed dial
4 illuminated timer buttons for walk-away convenience
Cal-Mil is one of the many foodservice equipment and supply
manufacturers that immediately stepped up to the plate to help when COVID-19
changed the way we all operate, especially restaurants. Dedicated to keeping
everyone safe, they created products and put together a resource, that will
help operators navigate the ‘new normal’ safely.
Protective Shield and Food Safety Guards
Choose between a variety of Protective Shield and Food
Safety Guards. They are available in many styles to match the applications
needed. Register mounted shields can be
easily mounted with four screws. These offer a level of comfort while
transactions are being executed at the register. Suspended shields include (2) 6ft lengths of
cable pre-attached to the shield for easy mounting. Cal-Mil also has a wide
variety of freestanding guards in different styles and sizes. Freestanding guards offer versatility when
setting up food displays in different areas of the operation.
Sierra Line of Food Guards
There’s also a step-up extension to the Sierra line of food
guards that bring a different look to food presentations. With the open back
and arched design, this guard provides a roomy interior and allows restaurants
to add height and signage to the presentations.
Mobile Partitions
As dining rooms open, there is a need to keep diners healthy
and safe. Mobile Partitions are the perfect solution. These are sleek, yet
functional. They also demonstrate the importance restaurant owners put on the
diner’s comfort and safety. Partitions
can be combined to create attractive and fun dining room layouts.
Signage and Accessories
Once all the guards and partitions are in place, it’s a good
idea to add signage to the picture. Cal-Mil offers attractive floor signs,
reminding patrons to exercise social distancing. How about a Sanitization Table
Tent, letting diners know that the table they are sitting at has been
sanitized?
Cal-Mil also offers a hands-free pull hook. This simple tool
allows everyone to safely open doors without touching the handle. It’s very easy to install. This is something that everyone will
appreciate, the new normal or not.
Cal-Mil is taking an aggressive approach to providing help
during these challenging times. They are
offering custom items and full color branding on all of the items mentioned,
with no minimums required. They also promise a quick turnaround to accommodate
the urgent needs foodservice operations have today.
Keeping customer’s food safe is always a number one priority
of any restaurant, but during these times it is especially important.
One of the mistakes employees often make is touching the
water faucet. You turn it on with dirty hands, contaminating the handle. This
now contaminated handle is turned off with clean hands.
The best solution for this problem is high-quality foot valves from Fisher Manufacturing! Available in chrome polished stainless steel or brass, with stainless steel seats and anodized aluminum pedals, they are ideal for employee areas and commercial kitchens. Employees can control the flow of the water without ever touching the sink. Dual pedal models allow for hot or cold water. Configurations include floor mount or wall mount. Fisher even offers “knee valve” variations.
You can be assured that you receive a quality product too,
as Fisher uses industry standard seats and gaskets and their stainless steel
seats are guaranteed for life. All valves are self-closing so when the employee
steps away, the water turns off. Renewable cartridges make for simple
maintenance if gaskets ever become worn.
Fisher can help you keep your food and your customers safe
with hands-free foot valves for every type of commercial kitchen sink!
Tablecraft’s Beverages To-Go Kits offer so many
opportunities to allow operators to supply customers with signature
hand-crafted cocktails, beer by the bucket, and other specialty spirits to take
and make in the comfort of their own homes.
It’s a great way to brand and keep a restaurant in the forefront of the
customer’s mind!
Brickhouse Collection Stainless Steel 8” Pail
Just in time for the warm weather months when everyone will
be enjoying their backyards and decks. Pack up and send off your beer bucket
specials to-go. Tablecraft offers the Brickhouse Collection Stainless steel 8”
pail. Offer this to your customers and they will be talking about it with their
friends and neighbors.
Rumchata Adult Root Beer Float Kits
Prepare uniquely crafted Rumchata Adult Root Beer Float kits for your local rum lovers with TableCraft’s bar prep, storage and serving tools – perfect for a movie night-in.
That’s right. Create the perfect brunch Bloody Mary and pack it up to-go for your customers to enjoy from a safe social distance with TableCraft’s bartending tools.
Beverage sales are a big profit generator for restaurants. Tablecraft offers a great way to bring that back. Not only is this good for business, but there are so many opportunities here to brighten your customer’s day and provide a fun and festive treat To-Go. You know your customers better than anyone. Along with the kits shown here, what kind of creative Beverages To-Go would your customers like to purchase? Tablecraft has a wide variety of products to help you create any kind of kit. Bring joy to your customers and strengthen that bond until they can come in and order a drink or two again.
Champion’s 44-PRO conveyor dish machine is not only efficient, it is FAST and packed full of features to do the job right the first time. Featuring the innovative PROgressive anti-jam drive system, the 44-PRO moves the rack along 90% of the time (completing 209 racks per hour). This ensures a speedy job from start to finish!
You can also be assured the job will be done right too. The
PROportional rinse gives consistent results, cleaning thoroughly and
efficiently!
Simplicity is key, and the PROdigy controls on the 44-PRO allow for easy operation. No confusing setups, or grueling programs to have to learn. And because it is ENERGY STAR® qualified, you won’t see wasted resources go down the drain!
Features:
ENERGY STAR® Qualified
PROgressive anti-jam drive system, near constant
rack movement
PROportional rinse
209 racks per hour
100 GPH with energy sentinel (idle pump
shut-off)
Top Mounted Prodigy series HMI User Interface
Proactive maintenance software
Automatic tank fill
Conveyor dwell switch
Leak-proof ball valve drains
Single-piece hood design
Single-piece stainless steel upper and lower
wash arm manifolds
Single point electrical connection, machine and
built-in booster heater
20″ standard vertical clearance which
accommodates 18″ x 26″ sheet pans
Full 180° opening leak proof insulated hinged
access doors
Stainless steel heavy gauge construction
including base, legs and feet
Manually preparing ingredients has many downsides including
posing safety risks for your employees, as well as it takes much longer.
However, Robot Coupe’s R602VV Combination Food Processor solves both these problems! By using the continuous feed head and a 7 quart stainless steel batch bowl, you will be able to complete preparation work in a fraction of the time than manual preparing.
It also helps to have an “S” blade assembly that allows you
to emulsify, mix, and chop ingredients to a coarse texture. The R602VV also
includes a vegetable preparation attachment which is designed for continuous
feed slicing, grating, shredding, and dicing. It features two deep feed
openings, one for large produce and one for smaller produce, both of which
include a pusher to keep the operator’s hands clear of the cutting area. A 1/8″
Slicing Disc and 1/8″ Grating Disc come standard with the unit, but 50+
additional discs are available separately to expand the machine’s functionality.
Operating the R602VV is simple too! A 2-button
control panel with “on” and “off” switches and an adjustable speed dial makes
operation simple. For maximum operational safety, a magnetic safety system and
an auto shut-off feature also come standard. Cleanup is easy too with removable
attachments to making cleaning thorough and complete.
Available in 24-60” widths, the Garland G Series of Restaurant Ranges is inspired by the culinary craftsmanship of master chefs, and is the expert’s choice for durability, performance, and ease of maintenance.
The Garland G Series Restaurant Range was inspired by chefs to help empower unlimited culinary creativity through unmatched durability and performance. For more than a century, Garland has listened to the needs of chefs and designed a range so intuitive and adaptive, it helps take food further!
Take a look at the many features the Garland G Series of Restaurant Ranges has:
Balanced Burners: Garland’s exclusive 33,000-BTU
cast-iron Starfire-Pro burner combines speed with precise, even heat to improve
efficiency and control.
Best-in-Class Durability: Superior structural
rigidity and unmatched thermal management will reduce downtime over the long
life of this state-of-the-art range. The new chassis design is built on over
120 years of global foodservice experience.
Ease of Maintenance: Engineered by experts, the
protected individual burner pilots eliminate spillover outages, while split
ergonomic grates and two-piece burners make cleaning easy and safe.
Expanded Cooktop: Expand your cooking options on
Garland’s newly designed cooking surface with individual cast-iron grates and
27 inches of cooking surface depth.
Flexible Oven: Garland’s larger oven is deep
enough to load full-size sheet pans in either direction. The 38,000-BTU
cast-iron burner delivers best-in-class evenness and recovery time, making easy
work of all your baking, roasting and finishing.
Optional Feature – Griddle: A 5/8-inch-thick
griddle plate is available with hi-valve control or super accurate thermostat
controls one per 12 inches of griddle width). High splash and a 4¼-inch-wide
trough aid grease control.
Optional Feature – Hot Top Sections: Excellent
method to distribute heat evenly across pot surfaces for simmering. Powered by
a 20,000-BTU cast-iron burner and available in 12-inch-wide sections (each in
place of one front/rear pair of open-top burners).
Optional Feature – Range-Mount Salamander:
Essential to every kitchen for finishing or cooking, the Garland salamander is
equipped with two 20,000-BTU infrared burners to get the job done. The salamander
is mounted on the back guard, maximizing the work area by creating a
combination work center.
Unmatched Griddle Accuracy: Quickly and
accurately adjust to any cooking need with a completely redesigned thermostatic
griddle that delivers a wide range of temperature settings.
