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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

What Can Be Done : Ther are long-term cost savings associated with sustainable practices, including oil filtration and recycling services. Energy Efficiency: By properly recycling used cooking oil, restaurants can contribute to renewable energy production. How should operators be training their staff?

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Restaurants Save Money with the Right Recycling Practices 

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In 2018, when China stopped accepting plastics and recycling from the US, waste management professionals wondered whether the recycling industry could survive the loss of a major market for America’s commodity scrap. While recycling costs have undeniably increased, demand for high quality recyclables is still growing.

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Keep it Clean and Safe

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Train Staff Disposal Procedures Makingsure employees know what to do with trash isacriticalaspectfor any restaurant. As a manager orowner,you must train employeestobag garbage, break down recycling products and dispose of oils properly. So, keep up with your trash cleanliness and safetyprotocols.

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For Restaurants Cutting Their Carbon Footprint, Composting Food Scraps Is Just the Beginning

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And while it takes training and time to adjust to induction cooktops, Young said that in his experience, “it typically takes people about two days to fall in love with it, and then they don’t want to give it up.” Lyall at Lafayette Public House has also taken steps, training the staff to fully load the dishwasher before running it. “In

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Tips For Restaurants to Reduce Food Waste and Save Significant Money

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Train your staff. Educate your employees why it’s essential to reduce food waste and train them on how to accomplish this. Recycle and compost. California has just launched a food waste recycling program, the largest of its kind in the US. A lot of the food we toss is perfectly edible.

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‘Induction Cooking Improves Food Quality and also the Quality of Life for Chefs and Staff’

Modern Restaurant Management

Additionally, attending live demonstrations, industry trade shows, or EcoChef-certified training sessions can provide deeper insights. But by focusing resources on education, training, strategic equipment upgrades, and sustainable practices, kitchens can address these challenges, reduce waste, and save significant costs in the long run.

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Tapping into the Trend of Sustainable Coffee in Dining

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Educate Your Staff: Train your workers about the benefits of sustainable coffee and allow them to share what they’ve learned with customers. Think recycling and composting food waste. Promote Sustainability: Establish a sustainable theme by offering beverages with sustainable food pairings.