Tips & Tricks


Quat Binding: Definition, Causes, and Prevention Icon
Quat Binding: Definition, Causes, and Prevention

What is quat binding, and how can you prevent it? KaTom covers quaternary ammonium compounds in foodservice and healthcare settings.

Tips for Maintaining Your Reach-in Freezer Icon
Tips for Maintaining Your Reach-in Freezer

From daily cleaning tasks to annual recommendations, extend your unit's service life with KaTom's tips for reach-in freezer maintenance.

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How to Use a Chafing Dish

Not sure how to use a chafing dish? Check out KaTom's best practices for improving guest satisfaction, efficiency, and buffet organization.

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Adjusting Your Ice Machine Bridge

Want to change the thickness of your ice? Join KaTom as we cover the specifics of ice machine bridge adjustment for each major brand.

How to Remove Sticker Residue From Metal Icon
How to Remove Sticker Residue From Metal

KaTom's guide will show you how to remove sticker residue from metal safely and effectively using baking soda and coconut oil.

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How to Clean a Trash Can

Cleaning your operation's trash cans eliminates unwanted odors and keeps your employees and guests healthy. Learn how with KaTom's guide.

Designing a Grab-and-go Display: Merchandising Ideas for Your Business Icon
Designing a Grab-and-go Display: Merchandising Ideas for Your Business

Choose the best grab-and-go display for your business. We'll help you execute the perfect design to heighten impulse sales and enhance customer satisfaction.

Tips for Maintaining an Ice Machine Icon
Tips for Maintaining an Ice Machine

Learn how to keep a long service life by maintaining an ice machine – whether it produces cube, flake, nugget, or gourmet ice – with these tips from KaTom.

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Care & Handling of Aluminum Cookware

Check out KaTom's guide to care and maintenance for aluminum cookware and learn how to clean aluminum cookware for proper maintenance.

Foodservice Professionals' Secrets for Cleaning Stainless Steel Icon
Foodservice Professionals' Secrets for Cleaning Stainless Steel

Learn the secrets foodservice professionals know about cleaning stainless steel, including what NOT to do and why you probably already have all you need in your kitchen.

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How to Use an Infrared Thermometer

Infrared thermometers provide fast, accurate reads on surface temperatures. These tips will have you using your laser thermometer like a pro.

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Making the Most of Melamine

Properly caring for your melamine dinnerware can help extend its life and preserve its appearance, helping protect your restaurant's image and profits.

What is a Carbon Steel Knife Patina? Icon
What is a Carbon Steel Knife Patina?

Over time, carbon steel knives will form a dull gray finish called a "patina." Click to learn about this phenomenon and whether it's beneficial.

5 Reasons to Schedule a T&S Brass Water Audit Icon
5 Reasons to Schedule a T&S Brass Water Audit

Old, worn-out fixtures or an inefficient work flow could be wasting water in your kitchen. Find out how a T&S Brass water audit can help save you money.

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Tips For Safely Handling Frozen Food

Prioritize food safety with these tips for keeping your frozen foods safe from the moment you receive it until they're cooked.

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2 Frozen Food Facts That Make all the Difference

Understanding two frozen food facts will help you serve the highest quality food to your customers and cut down on waste.

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Quick Tip: Brewing Best Practices

An easy guide for brewing the perfect cup of coffee, from choosing the beans, to picking the machine, to filling the mug.

Tips for Cleaning Commercial Cooking Equipment Icon
Tips for Cleaning Commercial Cooking Equipment

Maintaining and cleaning your commercial range is easy with cleaning tips best for cooking equipment. Learn to keep commercial ranges in top shape.

Fry More Foods & for Longer With These Easy Tips Icon
Fry More Foods & for Longer With These Easy Tips

Whether you’re new to commercial fryers or an experienced user, these easy tips will help you fry more efficiently.

Avoid Repair Bills by Leveling Your Commercial Refrigerator Icon
Avoid Repair Bills by Leveling Your Commercial Refrigerator

Neglecting to level your new commercial refrigerator or freezer could cause a non-warranty malfunction. Here are some tips on avoiding that costly issue.

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Save Money with Fryer Oil Filtration

Filtering fryer oil on a regular basis can help extend the oil's useful life while ensuring your fryer continues to produce quality products.

Seasoning Lodge Cast Iron: A Step-by-step Guide Icon
Seasoning Lodge Cast Iron: A Step-by-step Guide

Seasoning Lodge cast iron is incredibly easy once you get the hang of it. KaTom explains the seasoning process and answers frequently asked questions.

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Basics of Sharpening Kitchen Knives

Dull knives can be a big safety hazard. Read more about how to properly sharpen your knives to make your food prep is as safe and easy as possible.

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Tips for Better Glassware Care

Adhering to proper maintenance techniques can protect your restaurant's glassware from damage and extend its life.