Using Your Equipment
From startup to shut down, ensure employees are operating commercial fryers safely with these commercial deep fryer safety tips.
Fry cutters can produce potato wedges, ribbon fries, waffle fries, and more. Learn how to use a fry cutter with this guide by KaTom.
Not sure how to use a chafing dish? Check out KaTom's best practices for improving guest satisfaction, efficiency, and buffet organization.
Join us as KaTom proposes solutions to all your common ice bridge issues. We offer fixes for both shattered cubes and unbreakable ice slabs.
Want to change the thickness of your ice? Join KaTom as we cover the specifics of ice machine bridge adjustment for each major brand.
Increase impulse buys with the best open-air merchandiser. Learn more about this no-door equipment and its air-driven insulation through KaTom’s guide.
Learn how to use a cook-and-hold oven in this guide. We'll analyze how to cook and hold products and outline what model is best suited for your business.
Not sure how to get the most use out of your commercial steamer? KaTom has compiled a quick reference list of how to steam common menu items.
Steam tables keep food warm consistently for long periods of serving. Check out the best practices for using and maintaining commercial steam tables here.
Have you ever wondered why your commercial freezer needs a defrost system and how that system works? We explain here.
Learning the basics about the most common cooking oils can help you select the best oil for deep frying in your restaurant.
Four main factors go into getting dishes clean and sanitized: temperature, agitation, chemicals, and time. Learn how to optimize each factor in TACT here.
Learn about the purpose of gas cooking equipment pilot lights and their advantages and disadvantages. We'll also cover common alternatives to pilot lights.
Whether you’re new to commercial fryers or an experienced user, these easy tips will help you fry more efficiently.
Learn about the science behind producing the perfect cup with your commercial coffee maker, from how to grind the beans to water temperature.