Restaurant equipment is the leading source of energy usage in a restaurant, but also one of the most controllable cost for operators. That is why designing kitchens and equipment that are energy efficient and earth friendly is how we are striving to make a positive impact anywhere our equipment is cooking, baking, frying, chilling or making ice. If contemplating an overall kitchen redesign or replacing one piece of equipment, consider the following when choosing equipment to guarantee your kitchen is fit for the future:
ENERGY STAR® certified - With over 1,000 equipment options in 6 categories including, fryers, ice machines, ovens, refrigeration, freezer and steam cookers. ENERGY STAR® certified equipment has to meet certain standards that can improve energy efficiency of equipment up to 65%*
Efficient use of space - A well designed kitchen with equipment that allows operators to maximizes the space available and increase throughput without sacrificing food and service quality. Choosing equipment that is multi-functional allows operators to maximize space and deliver on consumer trends like customization and fresh.
Innovative technology - Equipment that uses advanced technology, like touchscreens, multiple cooking technologies, programmable settings and displays for real time diagnostics mean that operators readily have access to information about what is happening in their kitchen. This technology give operators capability to be proactive rather than reactive and save both time and valuable resources.
To hear more about how to design a kitchen that fits your needs, visit us during the NRA Show May 20-24, 2016 booth #3401 & 3601.
*ENERGY STAR states depending on equipment and values are estimated