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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

What Can Be Done : Professional services can provide statistics and case studies illustrating the cumulative impact of cooking oil waste. What Can Be Done : Services can remove the burden of onsite waste storage by removing the waste oil directly from the fryer, whenever necessary, and taking it immediately offsite.

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Restaurants Save Money with the Right Recycling Practices 

Modern Restaurant Management

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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Tips For Restaurants to Reduce Food Waste and Save Significant Money

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry loses an astounding $162 billion each year in food waste. All restaurants should proactively work to reduce food waste, which will also help you save money, increase profits, spotlight your commitment to sustainability, and help the environment. Between a third and a half of food is wasted worldwide annually.

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Waste Reduction for Better Food and Increased Sales

Modern Restaurant Management

Although this means that we are now down to just 20 percent of our business, we are able to stay afloat financially by applying the same waste reduction efficiencies in our own work that we pass on to our consulting clients. Historically, we have trained cafeteria staff to cook food from scratch while also reducing food and labor waste.

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

EATER

When food waste goes to landfills, it creates methane , a powerful greenhouse gas. Food waste from all sources is responsible for eight percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the U.S. But restaurants have other, less visible sources of waste that also contribute to climate change.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

The courses includes foundational knowledge on emerging green technologies, strategies for waste reduction, and operational efficiencies that align with sustainability goals. Additionally, attending live demonstrations, industry trade shows, or EcoChef-certified training sessions can provide deeper insights.

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How To Reduce Food Waste in Restaurants

The Restaurant Group

Introduction to Food Waste in Restaurants Food waste is a significant challenge for the restaurant industry, impacting both the environment and profitability. Understanding how to reduce food waste in restaurants is the first step toward sustainable and cost-effective operations.

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