Ambrosia Chocolate - skyscraper - both - 03.23

Sugar Foods Deliver It Better - skyscraper - both - 04.20

Rich's Plant Based Cooking Creme - skyscraper - both - 02.18

Wild Alaska Keta Salmon - skyscraper - both - 08.25

Essity - Clean Dry Hands - banner - OE - 03.17

Performance Dairy Convenience and Consistency - banner - both - 04.24

Campbells Pacific Rose Chai Pistachio Milk - both - skyscraper - 02.26

Tyson Cortona Pepperoni - skyscraper OE 1.23

Hormel - Fire-Braised Chicken - Now Serving Flame-Seared Perfection - skyscraper - both - 02.20

Entree Redi Wild Alaska Pollock - skyscraper - both - 08.25

Banner Ad - 3 - OE - Operator - supersized

Shrimp that Brings the Big Picture - skyscraper - both - 11.22

Cargill - Truvia Sweet Customer Satisfaction Naturally - skyscraper - both - 03.19

Empress 5-Compartment School Food Tray - 05.22

Fabri-Kal - Packaging solutions for environmental and off-premise needs - skyscraper - both - 11.19

Campbells V8 Peach Mango and Pomegranate Blueberry - both - skycraper - 02.26

Seafood is Better - skyscraper - both - 05.21

Catch of the Season - skyscraper - both - 07.22

Why Dart PET & RPET - skyscraper - both - 08.26

Butterball - Quality, Versatility, and Consistency - banner - both - 07.19

Nestle Minors Slow Simmered Stock - Free Sample - skyscraper - both - 02.20

TamperGuard Snack Boxes - banner - both - 08.26

Catch of the Season - banner - both - 07.22

Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt banner - both - 04.23

Why Dart Paper - banner - both - 08.26

Skyscraper Ad - MM -  Beat - Operator

Hormel - Bacon 1 - Great Bacon in Half the Time - skyscraper - both - 02.20

Sugar Foods ecoSticks Beautiful Inside and Out - banner - both - 04.18

Why Dart Paper - skyscraper - both - 08.26

Kraft - Bold Flavor, New Home. - skycraper - both - 08.22

Hormel - Fire-Braised Chicken - Don't Labor Over Great Chicken - banner - both - 02.20

Cargill - Truvia Serve Americas Best Selling Stevia Sweetener - banner - both - 03.19

Find Fresh Inspiration - skyscraper - both - 08.22

Basic American Shred Competition operator banner ad - 12.17

Sunny Fresh Egg Bake Bites - banner - both - 03.23

Sugar Foods ecoStick Dispensers Beverage Station - skyscraper - both -10.16

Why Dart PET & RPET - banner - both - 08.26

Campbells Masterbrand SnackCore Snyders Pieces - both - skyscraper - 02.26

Tyson - Bonici - Crave Chorizo - skyscraper - both - 04.21

Skyscraper Ad - MM - Cook - Operator

Campbells Masterbrand SnackCore Crackers - both - skyscraper - 02.26

Nestle Stouffer's Comfort Foods Beyond Compare - video - skyscraper - both - 01.20

Simply Potatoes Low Sodium Mashed Potatoes - skyscraper - both - 09.23

Campbells Culinary Reserve Thai Curry - both - skyscraper - 02.26

Basic American Crispy Craveable Operator banner ad - 12.17

Why Dart Polypropelene - skyscraper - both - 08.26

Check Out the Major Products Product Guide - skyscraper - OE - 03.22

Hormel - Fire-Braised Chicken - Ease Your Operator's Kitchen - banner - both - 02.20

Hormel - Bacon 1 - You've Never Seen Bacon Like This - banner - both - 02.20

TamperGuard Snack Boxes - skyscraper - both - 08.26

Grab 'n Go! Anytime. Every Time - banner - both - 07.23

Nestle White Cheddar Mac - Mac Pizza - skyscraper - both - 04.19

Nestle - Hot Cocoa Bulk and Single-Serve Packets - skyscraper - both - 09.21

Indiana Packers - Vertical Integration - skyscraper - both - 07.21

Ready to Eat Frozen Vegetables - banner - both - 03.23

Rich's Plant-Based - Good Things Grow - skyscraper - both - 11.20

Knorr's Cook with More Possibilities - banner - both - 09.24

McCain - Tactical Takeout Webinar - skyscraper - both - 05.20

Reel in Greater Appeal - both - banner - 10.22

Fuel Foodservice Sales - banner - both - 07.26

La Ranchera Birria Base - both - 09.24

Nestle - Every Season is Pumpkin Season - skyscraper - both - 08.18

Sugar Foods ecoSticks Style and Substance - skyscraper - both - 04.18

Nestle Minors Slow-Simmered Stock - Free Sample - banner - both - 02.20

Going Green - banner - both - 08.26

Wild Alaska Burgers - banner - both - 04.25

Jennie-O Take Burgers Over the Top with Turkey - skyscraper - both - 03.20

Jennie-O Premium Turkey Breast Turkey that Turns Up the Quality - skyscraper - both - 02.20

Savor Imports - banner - both - 06.24

Simplot - Delivery Solved - Conquest Fries - skyscraper - both - 08.20

Simplot Sidewinders - Bendy is Trendy - skyscraper - both - 01.20

General Mills - Pillsbury Takeout and Delivery Tips - skyscraper - both - 04.20

Honest Earth - Better Potatoes for a Better World - skyscraper - both - 05.23

Indiana Packers - All-in-One Pork Supplier - banner - both - 07.21

Simplot Conquest Crispy Potato Strips - banner - both - 01.20

General Mills - Gluten Free Options - banner - both - 03.18

Tyson - Wright Brand Bacon - skyscraper - both - 04.21

Indiana Packers - Vertical Integration - banner - both - 07.21

Compostable Fiber Dinnerware - banner - both - 08.26

Campbells Culinary Reserve Jerk Chicken - both - skyscraper - 02.26

Simplot Harvest Fresh Avocado - banner - both - 01.20

Nestle White Cheddar Mac - Customize Creamy Comfort - banner - both - 04.19

Hormel - Bacon 1 - Full Case of Bacon No Grease - skyscraper - both - 02.20

Tyson - Jimmy Dean - Loaded with Flavor - banner - both - 04.21

Compostable Fiber Containers - banner - both - 08.26

Why Dart Foam - skyscraper - both - 08.26

Sugar Foods Barista Blend - banner - both - 04.17

Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt skyscraper - both - 04.23

Sugar Foods - Add Savory Beet Notes Crispy Beets skyscraper - both - 05.18

Wild Alaska Keta Salmon - banner - both - 08.25

Deliver Flavor and Value with Galbani Mozzarella - skyscraper - both - 07.22

Campbells Masterbrand SnackCore Chips and Pretzels - 2 - both - skyscraper - 02.26

Sunny Fresh Egg Bake Bites - skyscraper - both - 03.23

Fuel Foodservice Sales - skyscraper - both - 07.26

Why Dart Foam - banner - both - 08.26

Dixie Ultra Surface Systems - skyscraper - both - 02.23

Banner Ad - 1 - MM - Recipes - Operator - supersized

Knorr's Cook with More Possibilities - skyscraper - both - 09.24

Rich's Plant Based and Gluten Free Crusts - skyscraper - both - 07.18

Performance Dairy Extra Melt - banner - both - 04.24

Restaurants are hopeful that a busy summer &ndash; driven by longer days, patio dining and seasonal travel &ndash; will bring an increase in foot traffic. Whether they fully capture the increased revenue depends on how efficiently their kitchens can accommodate the rise in tickets. After all, no operator wants their equipment to fail during peak periods &ndash; whether it's an ice machine going down on a triple-digit day or a fryer that takes too long to cook.
Across the country, we frequently see common issues that could slow kitchen operations or contribute to early failure &ndash; many of which could have been prevented or caught earlier. These are ideal preventative maintenance tasks that operators can often handle themselves.
While DIY upkeep complements professional maintenance, it shouldn't replace it. Scheduled maintenance programs prevent costly breakdowns, extend equipment life, and ensure efficient operation.
Maintenance Tasks to Increase Uptime and Efficiency
A little preventative maintenance now can go a long way toward letting your restaurant focus on what it does best this summer: delighting guests. Follow these five steps to keep kitchens running smoothly all summer. Before maintaining any equipment, always consult the manufacturer&rsquo;s manual for instructions.
<ul>
<li>Clean condenser coils on refrigerators, freezers and ice machines. These coils release heat from inside the unit to the surrounding environment, allowing the system to maintain proper cooling. When coils become covered with dirt, dust and grease, they cannot dissipate heat efficiently, forcing the compressor to work harder. Over time, this increases energy consumption and strains the compressor, potentially leading to premature failure. Clean at least twice a year. Unplug the equipment, then use a condenser coil brush to remove visible debris from the coils, which are typically located at the back or bottom front of the unit. Finally, vacuum away the loosened dirt and dust.</li>
<li>Inspect and clean refrigeration gaskets. Gaskets create an airtight seal preventing cold air from escaping. When dirty, worn or damaged, they allow leaks that force the compressor to work harder, increasing energy use and risking early failure. Unplug the unit and inspect the full length of the gasket for cracks, tears, or gaps. If found, contact a technician for replacement. If simply dirty, use warm soapy water to clean and restore the seal.</li>
<li>Check griddle temperature control. Griddles are critical to all dayparts. If they underheat, food cooks slowly and ticket times increase. If they overheat, food burns, creating waste. Use an infrared or surface thermometer to confirm that the griddle reaches the correct temperature. If readings differ significantly from the thermostat setting, have a technician calibrate or replace it.</li>
<li>Test cooking oil temperature. Fryers cook efficiently &ndash; when they reach the right temperature. If the oil doesn&rsquo;t heat effectively, food cooks longer and inconsistently. Set the fryer to 350 degrees, then use a digital thermometer with an oil probe to gauge the actual temperature. If there's a discrepancy, call a technician to calibrate the thermostat.</li>
<li>Know when to repair vs. replace. When equipment fails, operators often face the question of whether to repair or replace it. A rule of thumb: if repair exceeds 50 percent of a new unit's cost, consider replacing. But other factors matter, too. For example, if the newer unit is significantly more energy efficient, replacement might make sense even if repair costs less.</li>
</ul>
Source: Tim Vesevick, TriMark USA for <a href="https://modernrestaurantmanagement.com/kitchen-equipment-maintenance-tips-to-maximize-summer-revenue/" target="_blank">Modern Restaurant Management</a>

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