Tips & Tricks
What is quat binding, and how can you prevent it? KaTom covers quaternary ammonium compounds in foodservice and healthcare settings.
From daily cleaning tasks to annual recommendations, extend your unit's service life with KaTom's tips for reach-in freezer maintenance.
Not sure how to use a chafing dish? Check out KaTom's best practices for improving guest satisfaction, efficiency, and buffet organization.
Want to change the thickness of your ice? Join KaTom as we cover the specifics of ice machine bridge adjustment for each major brand.
KaTom's guide will show you how to remove sticker residue from metal safely and effectively using baking soda and coconut oil.
Cleaning your operation's trash cans eliminates unwanted odors and keeps your employees and guests healthy. Learn how with KaTom's guide.
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.
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.
Check out KaTom's guide to care and maintenance for aluminum cookware and learn how to clean aluminum cookware for proper maintenance.
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.
Infrared thermometers provide fast, accurate reads on surface temperatures. These tips will have you using your laser thermometer like a pro.
Properly caring for your melamine dinnerware can help extend its life and preserve its appearance, helping protect your restaurant's image and profits.
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.
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.
Prioritize food safety with these tips for keeping your frozen foods safe from the moment you receive it until they're cooked.
Understanding two frozen food facts will help you serve the highest quality food to your customers and cut down on waste.
An easy guide for brewing the perfect cup of coffee, from choosing the beans, to picking the machine, to filling the mug.
Maintaining and cleaning your commercial range is easy with cleaning tips best for cooking equipment. Learn to keep commercial ranges in top shape.
Whether you’re new to commercial fryers or an experienced user, these easy tips will help you fry more efficiently.
Neglecting to level your new commercial refrigerator or freezer could cause a non-warranty malfunction. Here are some tips on avoiding that costly issue.
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 is incredibly easy once you get the hang of it. KaTom explains the seasoning process and answers frequently asked questions.
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.
Adhering to proper maintenance techniques can protect your restaurant's glassware from damage and extend its life.