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Having a pristine and clean kitchen is rule number one of running a restaurant. While daily cleaning is necessary to keep everything up to spec and in working order, there are plenty of things that need less frequent upkeep. If you let time get the best of you, these deep cleaning tasks can get put on the back burner and forgotten.

Before we get into it, it is worth saying that every kitchen is different and because of this some items on this list might not apply to you. With that in mind, here are a few items that may need a bit more attention than they usually get.

We recently talked about selecting a deep fryer for your commercial kitchen. Today we are going to talk about how to use your deep fryer safely. The topic of deep fryer safety is always important because these handy kitchen tools combine two dangerous elements: high heat and hot oil. So exactly how can you enjoy the benefits of a deep fryer without the risk?

Coffee shop 101

Millions of Americans start their day with a cup of coffee. It is the perfect morning boost because it gives you a mental and physical jumpstart. It is also a central part of life for many people, from work meetings and the morning commute to coffee dates. Something that is so

integral to people’s life needs to be done well, and that is something every coffee shop and restaurant owner knows all about.

Griddle or grill, it does not matter what you call it, this piece of commercial kitchen equipment can be a game changer for any restaurant. This is especially true when you consider how versatile and dependable, they are. They are also sturdy, built to provide years of consistent service, especially if you do your part by prioritizing maintenance.

While every piece of equipment in your commercial kitchen needs to be professionally cleaned and maintained, it is particularly true with griddles. These items tend to have high heat and experience heavy use, making regular upkeep critical to ensure longevity.

Exactly how do you take care of your commercial griddle? We have complied some of the best care tips here so you can keep your griddle working perfectly for years to come.

An oven is just an oven…that may be how many people think but those that run commercial kitchens know better. Depending on what type of food you prepare, an oven can be integral to your food production. It needs to be dependable, capable of producing consistent heat and results. It also needs to be efficient because ovens are large energy consumers.

While there are a handful of different types of ovens on the market, we are going to take a closer look at three common commercial ovens: standard ovens, convection ovens and conveyor ovens.

Food trends may come and go, but the basics of a good concession stand will always be the same. It may seem like a small thing, but a concession stand is often one of the most memorable parts of our favorite sporting events, amusement parks and movie theaters.

Arctic Food Equipment takes a deep dive into the decision to purchase a convection oven for your commercial kitchen. We'll discuss the pro and cons as well as what factors to consider when making the choice.

It’s a New Year, which means new commercial kitchen trends to consider investing in. This year though, we’re thinking about viewing the trends in a different way. Let’s look beyond them and focus on what is best for your kitchen in the long term. After all, there’s no better way to adapt to what your customers will want than by building a kitchen comprised of flexible, durable, and trend-proof equipment.

Are you taking care of your major equipment systems properly? The walk-in and exhaust hood are critical to your business success. Down time can cost revenue and product loss. If you're not doing preventative maintenance contact us today.