In independent restaurants, time is at a premium. Between purchasing and inventory, menu planning, food prep and meal service, it can be taxing for kitchen staff to keep up with daily tasks. Regular and thorough cleaning, however, is non-negotiable — including food prep equipment.
With grab-and-go meals on the rise, consumers continue to look for both consistent food quality and a good value. Retailers, of course, seek to offer just that, while also introducing efficiencies into the production of their food.
K-12 kitchens face challenges both in terms of time and resources. Obtaining and retaining the best possible employees factors into the efficiency of day-to-day operations, which can detract focus from menu planning and food preparation — particularly for from-scratch items.
