In recent years, the restaurant industry has faced increasing pressure to make its operations more sustainable. One key area under scrutiny is the kitchen. A significant part of a restaurant’s carbon footprint derives from its equipment’s energy consumption, from sourcing to preparation to food safety. Fortunately, restaurants can improve energy efficiency for a more positive… read more

Experts share ideal applications for ventless equipment, plus a few limits to note. Manufacturers continue to grow their ventless equipment offerings, delivering a world of possibilities to operators. Most recently, the category expanded to include an open canopy hood that can accommodate high-volume frying and protein cooking at the same time. It also now includes… read more

Sean Landrum joins Flexeserve as culinary director for the manufacturer of hot food holding equipment. Sean Landrum headshotLandrum’s background includes operations and culinary research and development roles with such brands as BP, Jack’s Family Restaurants and Pizza Ranch. In his new role, Landrum will work with clients to develop custom menus and food concepts. He… read more

Sales of foodservice equipment and supplies came in at -1.0% in the second quarter of 2024, per the Manufacturers’ Agents Association for the Foodservice Industry. Reps project sales of foodservice equipment and supplies will shrink by 1.6% in the third quarter of 2024, per the MAFSI Business Barometer. In comparison, foodservice equipment and supplies sales… read more

The 5,600-square-foot facility, located in Meridian, Idaho, aims to serve as the “hub of culinary innovation.” Foodservice design firm FoodSpace, led by President and CEO Joe Schumaker, has opened a one-of-a-kind, 5,600-square-foot test kitchen and culinary studio. Located in Meridian, Idaho, the facility serves as “an agnostic platform where chefs, manufacturers and innovators can test… read more

The individual, who took his post last month, hails from Electrolux Professional Group. Today, Aug. 23, Irinox Professional North America announced the appointment of Mark Ortiz as its national sales director. In this role, Ortiz will work to enhance brand awareness, foster business growth and increase market share for Irinox. He will oversee and direct… read more

Led by Kasey Klingensmith, the team will grow the manufacturer’s reach into the foodservice segment. Hussmann has created a business development team focused on foodservice. Traditionally, the manufacturer, which is part Panasonic, has concentrated on grocers and convenience stores, offering everything from display cases to entire refrigeration systems. Led by Kasey Klingensmith, the newly created… read more

Bobby Lang brings over 10 years of experience as a corporate executive chef and territory manager. Middleby brands TurboChef and CookTek have hired Bobby Lang as their regional vice president-southeast and corporate chef. Lang has over 10 years of experience as a corporate executive chef and territory manager. Lang most recently served a manufacturers’ rep… read more

Food service equipment market is driven by growth in food service industry, rise in expansion of quick-service restaurant, changing consumer preference, and surge in urbanization and population growth. Moreover, the rapid technological advancement in the food industry has led to a change in dynamics and made it easier for both customers and organizers to organize… read more