When your walk-in cooler fails, it’s not just an inconvenience—it’s a food-safety emergency. The good news: many common walk-in problems are preventable. 1. Warm temperatures Cause: Dirty coils, poor door seals, frequent door openings, or overloaded shelves. Prevention: 2. Ice buildup on coils or ceiling Cause: Warm air and moisture entering from gaps or a […]
Commercial Dishwasher Maintenance Checklist: Keep Dishes Clean and Guests Safe
Your commercial dishwasher is one of the hardest-working pieces of equipment in your restaurant. When it’s not performing, you get cloudy glassware, greasy plates, and unhappy guests. A little routine maintenance goes a long way. Daily maintenance tasks Train your team to handle these at the end of each shift: Weekly maintenance tasks Once a […]
How Equipment Maintenance Saves You Money (and Headaches)
How Equipment Maintenance Saves You Money (and Headaches) Preventive maintenance isn’t just about performance—it directly impacts your bottomline. Here’s how: Example: a $150 quarterly fridge checkup might prevent a $2,000 food loss event. Maintenance is an investment, not an expense.