Dealers and operators can now lean on G&S Foodservice and MarkeTeam for support with Norlake and Master-Bilt brands. Refrigerated Solutions Group, which includes brands Norlake and Master-Bilt, has formed partnerships with G&S Foodservice Marketing and MarkeTeam Foodservice. G&S Foodservice now represents RSG in Mississippi, Arkansas and Louisiana. MarkeTeam is representing RSG in Washington, Oregon, Idaho,… read more

Culinary Depot has hired Jack Highfill to serve as director of procurement for the New York-based foodservice equipment and supplies dealer. No stranger to the foodservice industry, Highfill previously worked at Clark Associates in the company’s janitorial and sanitation business. His resume also includes working with retailer Party City. Most recently, Highfill was consulting for… read more

The service provider taps internal talent to lead a new branch. As CES East Supervisor, Eddie Singleton is heading up a new service area zone for Cooking Equipment Specialist, which says it experienced “exceptional growth” in 2024. Singleton will support the customer and service technicians on his team with equipment. He also will oversee scheduling,… read more

The seasoned sales and customer service expert will join the dealership’s Denver offices. With over 20 years of experience in sales and customer service, Brent Niccore has joined Great Lakes Hotel Supply as account executive. Niccore, based in Denver, spent the past 21 years with TundraFMP, where he served in various roles, most recently as… read more

The president says he will enact levies on two metals that are key for both construction and equipment manufacturers. Will the move raise the cost of restaurant expansion? President Donald Trump reportedly said he would be instituting 25% tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum, a move that some fear will change the equation for restaurants… read more

The experienced executive brings industry insights and strategic planning to the growing distributor. Marcone Group, a North American distributor of appliance, HVAC, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and pool and spa parts and equipment, announced that Phil Mause has joined its leadership team as chief commercial officer. In this newly created role, Mause will manage growth through… read more

The manufacturer brings on Custom Kitchen Fabricator, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities, plus more. North American Kitchen Solutions announced it has acquired Custom Kitchen Fabricator. Based in Elyria, Ohio, NAKS and its subsidiary HoodMart specialize in designing and manufacturing ventilation systems and custom-fabricated workspaces. Its acquisition of CKF will help accelerate its growth and provide greater… read more

FOH Worldwide has purchased Smart Buffet Ware, a provider of advanced buffet technology. Founded in 2009 by David Moreland, Smart Buffet Ware provides “eco-friendly” buffet solutions, per a release announcing the deal. It has an exclusive partnership with Tiger Company LTD, a South Korean manufacturer of high-quality buffet ware and multi-purpose trolleys. As part of… read more

Key trends and investment plans for packaging and processing machinery. Snack food makers are optimistic about the future with 92% anticipating at least some growth for the next three years, according to the Snack Foods Packaging Trends white paper and infographic, published by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, the producer of the… read more