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The Commercial Dishwasher That Can Help You Cut Labor Costs and Save Water

Posted on March 25 2022

If you're like most business owners, you are always looking for ways to save money and reduce your overhead costs. By purchasing a high-quality dishwasher for your food service business, you will be able to drastically reduce labor, maintenance, and utility costs for years to come

Utilizing Food Bloggers/Influencers

Posted on March 25 2022

Bloggers and influencers are all over the internet describing their experience with food and with a restaurant itself. Treating a food blogger to a free meal at your restaurant can be beneficial, but how do you know if you’re choosing the right blogger that can connect with your audience? Below are some tips for choosing a blogger/influencer that is a good fit for your restaurant.

Is Curbside Pickup Here to Stay?

Posted on March 25 2022

The spread of COVID-19 has impacted everyone across the globe, changing how we live and work. One of the largest industries to experience a major adjustment to their business is foodservice. Because of social distancing requirements, restaurants must transform how they serve customers

How to Create a Bar Food Menu to Increase Profits

Posted on March 25 2022

Your guests likely crave a range of tastes when enjoying drinks at your bar, so what is the best bar food to serve? Creating a bar food menu can be challenging, since some customers just want your standard basket of fries, while others want a unique experience. To meet the needs of your guests, listing typical bar foods as well as your own inventive recipes are both great ideas. Below are some useful tips and bar food ideas to create a well-rounded menu that’s sure to satisfy any hungry customer.

How to Maintain the Grease Trap in Your Commercial Kitchen

Posted on March 25 2022

Your grease trap is one of your kitchen’s most valuable assets, keeping it clean is essential. A grease trap is probably isn't the most exciting piece of equipment in your restaurant, take-out, or other commercial food kitchen. However, it also may be one of the most important. A malfunctioning grease trap can impact your customers' experience, your employees' working environment, the effect of your operation on the local community, and your business's standing with health and safety regulatory agencies.

Is It Time to Upgrade Your Restaurant Equipment?

Posted on March 25 2022

Now is a great time to make decisions about new equipment for your commercial foodservice operation. New equipment brings new possibilities and opportunities for your restaurant, cafe, bakery or foodservice business.

What you need for Starting a Mexican or Latin Themed Restaurant

Posted on February 14 2022

American’s have a love affair with Mexican food that has been grown in leaps and bounds in the last few decades, and Mexican restaurants have started to pop up in neighborhoods across the country. Though Mexican and Latin restaurants require the standard pieces needed when opening a restaurant (such as refrigeration, storage, prep tables, etc.), there are a number of pieces in both the front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house that are necessary before anything can be cooked.

Designing Your Restaurant's Dining Room & Bar Layout

Posted on February 14 2022

Configuring a dining & bar area for a restaurant is not as easy as it sounds. There are a lot of different factors that go into planning, as just dropping a few chairs and tables anywhere will not suffice. There are a number of things one should examine closely before finalizing floor plans and making final purchases.

American Food And The Flavors Of Diversity

Posted on February 14 2022

Good old American Food! We can all remember eating that perfectly sliced peanut butter and jelly sandwich as a child, devouring a hot dog and fries while enjoying one of our favorite past times, or gathering around the table with family and friends for Thanksgiving turkey.

Tips for Effective Restaurant Management

Posted on February 14 2022

In the restaurant industry, there is no shortage of responsibilities assigned to restaurant owners and managers. For this reason, having the right management strategy is crucial to the success of any restaurant. Responsibilities range from hiring (to firing), ordering inventory, bookkeeping, and staff scheduling to only name a few.

Social Media Strategies for Your Restaurant

Posted on February 14 2022

Social media is essential to succeeding in just about any business. With the popularity of social media, it can be hard to stand out from your competitors. Let's take a look at what makes social channels so important to you and the success of your restaurant.

More often than not, business success is measured by sales – social media sites have become more and more important in sales growth.

Best Practices For A Successful Curbside Pickup Service For Your Restaurant

Posted on February 12 2022

With many states still enforcing the lockdown on dine-in service, many restaurant owners and operators are looking for alternative sources of revenue. While many restaurants have been offering delivery or curbside pickup options for years, other family-owned or smaller restaurants have been hesitant to adopt this trend.

5 Easy Ways to Reduce Energy Bills in Your Restaurant

Posted on February 12 2022

Follow these tips to help you save on commercial kitchen utility bills

A restaurant's energy bill is one of its largest expenditures, but is one of the most manageable as well. To effectively increase your energy efficiency involves more than just using less energy - it requires you becoming aware of how energy is used, where it is wasted, and how it can be used more effectively and efficiently.

Time to Upgrade Your Commercial Restaurant Equipment

Posted on February 12 2022

Now is a great time to make decisions about new equipment for your commercial foodservice operation. New equipment brings new possibilities and opportunities for your restaurant, cafe, bakery or foodservice business.

Does your reopening plan include changes to your kitchen, menu or service? Are you adding healthier menu options or branching out into takeout and curbside models? Chances are new equipment will be a top priority.

Ghost Kitchens are Here to Stay

Posted on January 27 2022

Until Americans feel safer traveling outside of their homes, and local municipalities reduce current seating restrictions, restaurants will have a difficult task bringing customers back inside their doors. Also, more and more people are opting for delivery, rather than a sit-down meal. If operators have not already added off-premises meals to their offerings, they will need to do so to survive in the coming years.

How the Supply Chain Broke Due to the Pandemic

Posted on January 27 2022

Restaurants across the country are busier than ever, as consumers resume everyday activities including indoor dining. While restaurants are grateful for the business, the supply chain is struggling to catch up with the demand.

How to Get a Start-up Restaurant Loan: Strategies, Tips & Insights

Posted on January 25 2022

Starting a successful restaurant requires passion, hard work and persistence. It also requires money to open a restaurant and build it out, buy equipment and finance the operation until it reaches break-even.

In this article, you'll learn how to get a business loan for your restaurant so you can make your dream of starting or growing your restaurant a reality.

Restaurant Industry Trends for 2022

Posted on January 25 2022

The restaurant industry is a dynamic, ever-changing one. With new trends in 2022 and practices popping up every day, it’s hard to keep up.

The last two years, especially, have seen the restaurant industry go through more changes than ever before. When the pandemic hit in 2020, the industry was turned upside down, and restaurateurs were forced to think outside the box just to survive. This brought about many new practices like contactless menus and payments, online ordering systems, etc., that are here to stay.

Does Your Restaurant Need Reservations?

Posted on January 25 2022

In recent years, the restaurant industry has dynamically changed the way it works to meet the constantly changing needs of diners. One such change is the gradual shift of restaurants from being primarily walk-in to becoming more reservation-based.

Restaurant Hiring - Navigating the Labor Shortage

Posted on January 25 2022

How to hire the best staff for your restaurant

If you don’t hire the right people, you won’t be successful. It really is that simple. Your people are your biggest asset, and in our industry they’re often the scarcest resource, so you need to have a strategy in place for identifying them before you begin the hiring process.

Facebook Marketing Strategies for your Restaurant

Posted on January 25 2022

Marketing a restaurant presents unique challenges to any business owner. While print media was once the favored platform, social media has become increasingly relevant in recent years.

Dutch Oven Cooking – Tips Tricks and more

Posted on January 10 2022

Dutch ovens and their versatile nature make it the chef’s choice for baking, browning, roasting, searing, broiling, and deep-frying. Dutch ovens are made of cast iron, seasoned or enameled, and weigh between 11 to 20 pounds with a tight-fitting lid to hold moisture. Can be used on gas, electric, halogen, and induction.

How Superior Equipment is Providing Sanitary Solutions for Your Business

Posted on March 31 2020

With the continuing spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and mandatory closings of all businesses deemed “non-essential” sweeping the nation, we are determined to protect you, our customers in food service and other essential industries. We have transformed our entire business to make sure we are providing the critical equipment, supplies,...

What to Look for When Hiring A Chef

Posted on February 26 2020

Chefs are the lifeblood of your restaurant. You can have the best ingredients, ambiance and service, but if you don’t have a talented chef who can prepare the food properly, then you won’t have much of a business.

Going Green: Eco-Friendly Ideas for Your Next Event

Posted on February 17 2020

Going green. Eco-friendly. Sustainable solutions. No matter what you call it, environmental consciousness is a hot topic that is here to stay. With more and more customers becoming aware of their effects on the environment, people are looking to leave a smaller carbon footprint in all aspects of their lives, from transportation to dining out, including any swanky soirees they may attend.

Winter Weather Safety Tips for your Business

Posted on January 24 2020

For many businesses, the start of winter marks the beginning of a slow season with reduced sales. In many parts of the country, it also results in snowy and potentially dangerous conditions. Poor weather increases the risk of accidents, which can create a crisis for your business. To prevent any...

Ideas To Get Your Food Truck Marketing Rolling

Posted on January 12 2020

Competition in the food truck industry can be fierce, so marketing your brand is crucial to success. With so many food trucks on the market, and likely in your city, you need to make your truck stand out to customers. The goal of marketing your food truck should be to...

Top Food Trends for 2020

Posted on January 07 2020

It’s often helpful to review the past in order to identify future trends. Analysis of online customer reviews, searches and orders gives forecasters a broader view into consumer preferences and tastes. For example, the 2020 Trend Forecast Report published by the business directory and crowd-sourced review forum Yelp, San Francisco,...

Designing Your Dining Room - Insights from the Experts

Posted on January 01 2020

Restaurant Tabletop Accessories - Every restaurant owner and manager desires to stand out with a captivating atmosphere, unique menu items and eye-catching food presentations. The china, flatware and glassware you choose should reinforce the theme of your establishment. According to our seasoned Superior Equipment team member, Sam Mahmood, a combination...

Tips for Choosing the Best Flatware for your Restaurant

Posted on January 01 2020

When designing your dining room tabletop, china is typically the first product line chosen, followed by flatware. Take into consideration the style of china you select when choosing a flatware pattern. Whether simplistic and sleek, chic and contemporary, or ornate and intricate, complementing the wares will create a harmonizing look.

How to Market your Restaurant to Different Groups to Increase Sales.

Posted on January 01 2020

How to Market your Restaurant to Different Groups to Increase Sales. When opening a dining establishment, a close look at the make-up of the community will give you insights on key markets to target and services that will drive them to your front door. We have assembled information to help...

Try This Restaurant Social Media Strategy

Posted on January 01 2020

Social Media is an easy, informative and entertaining way for you to communicate with your customers on a regular basis. While you may have a good handle on main platforms such as Facebook and Twitter, you could be wondering how to leverage some of the newer channels to build your brand. Social Media is increasingly moving toward visual story-telling, most prominently in Pinterest and Instagram. Below are quality tips to effectively harness these image-heavy outlets to connect with your customers.

How to Increase Your Sales with Game Day Promotions for Your Restaurant

Posted on January 01 2020

The big game is right around the corner and with all the hype surrounding football, there is a common desire for fans to gather at a favorite establishment. Restaurants should plan ways to attract guests and provide a memorable experience.

Superior has five Game Day Promotions for your restaurant to consider for a successful turnout.

How to Run a Zero Waste Business

Posted on January 01 2020

The zero-waste movement is having more than a moment—the eco-friendly lifestyle is here to stay. As global warming and environmental degradation becomes a pressing problem, many people feel called to make smarter, conservationist choices in their daily lives.

BOOST YOUR INCOME BY HOSTING FOOTBALL FAN CLUBS

Posted on December 01 2019

Boost Your Income by Hosting Football Fan Clubs Sundays and Mondays are usually slow days for bars and restaurants, but there’s a way to change that! As we all know, football fans are extremely passionate and devoted to their teams, so why not provide them with a place to gather...

MAKE YOUR BANQUET FACILITY A SUCCESS

Posted on December 01 2019

One common misconception about event facility foodservice is that it’s a seasonal operation. People book the facility for weddings or graduations, and then it’s quiet for the rest of the year. Or so the thinking goes. In reality, event facility foodservice is a year-round job. Whether its wedding season...

Want More Customers?

Posted on December 01 2019

In the past, running a restaurant only required consistent customer service, a clean location, and delicious food. Although these components are still important to consumers, they expect more from the restaurants that they dine at. Notably, they want to have access to delivery services, so that they can eat in the comforts of their own home, at the office, or wherever else they spend their time. Even though many restaurants take delivery orders over the phone or on their website, there are other ways to earn additional delivery sales. In fact, there are numerous mobile apps designed to connect patrons with nearby restaurants. If you want to earn more sales by offering delivery services, read this post to learn how to register for four popular delivery apps.

RESTAURANT UNIFORM FOR THE MILLENNIALS

Posted on December 01 2019

Restaurant Uniform for the Millennials Walk into your local coffee shop, farm to table restaurant or even fine dining establishment and chances are you will see staff members wearing casual outfits to work. Owners have increasingly shifted away from the traditional uniforms of crisply pressed white shirts that many see...

Tips for Success: Catered Affairs, Buffet-Style Parties & Off-Premise Events

Posted on December 01 2019

Hosting a successful catered event or banquet requires proper preparation and planning. This helpful guide highlights key points to consider when creating menus, designing food displays and serving large groups at off-site events.

How to Choose the Best Equipment Dealer

Posted on August 02 2019

Your first instinct when you need a new piece of restaurant equipment may be to search online for the lowest price you can find. But price-shopping, especially for big-ticket items like foodservice equipment, often is short-sighted.

What Should Restaurants Include When Calculating Labor Costs?

Posted on July 19 2019

Should payroll taxes be included when calculating labor cost as a percentage of sales?

Branding Your Restaurant

Posted on July 05 2019

Whether you’re opening your very first location or considering a rebranding effort, strong restaurant branding is more crucial to your bottom line than ever.

Are you Getting Ready for School Kitchens and Cafeterias?

Posted on June 28 2019

School kitchens are different from your standard commercial restaurant kitchen. Specific supplies are needed to serve multiple meals a day to large groups of students, all the while keeping their vulnerable immune systems and food sensitivities top of mind.

Crash Course in Restaurant Food Safety

Posted on June 21 2019

Did you know that fifteen million Americans have a food allergy? Did you also know that allergic reactions account for 200,000 emergency room visits a year? According to another study, in the United States alone, a reaction to a food allergy sends someone to the emergency room once every three minutes.

It’s Getting Warm Outside – Here’s Some Essential Equipment for Your Outdoor Catering

Posted on June 07 2019

Summer is almost here, that means outdoor dining is on the rise. With that being said, outdoor catering equipment needs to be flexible, mobile, strong, & able to handle your menu.

Tips to Make Your Next Event Eco-Friendly

Posted on May 31 2019

Going green. Eco-friendly. Sustainable solutions. No matter what you call it, environmental consciousness is a hot topic that is here to stay. With more and more customers becoming aware of their effects on the environment, people are looking to leave a smaller carbon footprint in all aspects of their lives, from transportation to dining out, including any swanky soirees they may attend.

Top Trends and Popular Concepts in Summer Dining

Posted on May 24 2019

A Healthier Twist on Traditional Meals: With each new summer comes fresh trends and concepts. In order to stay relevant and continue driving customers through your doors, keeping up with each culinary shift is a must.

Picking the Right To Go Container

Posted on May 17 2019

Takeout containers might seem like a no-brainer, but trust me—you don’t want to overlook this very important component of your restaurant. Today’s “on the go” world is about to get busier as more businesses expand their offerings with online ordering, pickup and delivery options.

How to Optimize Your Restaurant’s Social Media Presence

Posted on May 09 2019

In 2019, if you’re not on social media then you don’t exist. Restaurants are using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest to engage consumers and move them further down the purchase funnel.

Get Fresh Ideas from Our Garden to Table.

Posted on May 06 2019

In light of recent attention on issues like climate change and healthy eating, locally grown produce has become a leading trend in the foodservice industry. There are many assets of using locally sourced food including nutritional, environmental and economic benefits

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