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Commercial Deep Fryer Safety Tips

From startup to shut down, ensure employees are operating commercial fryers safely with these commercial deep fryer safety tips.

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How to Use a Fry Cutter for Fries, Sides, and More

Fry cutters can produce potato wedges, ribbon fries, waffle fries, and more. Learn how to use a fry cutter with this guide by KaTom.

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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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Fixing Common Ice Bridge Issues

Join us as KaTom proposes solutions to all your common ice bridge issues. We offer fixes for both shattered cubes and unbreakable ice slabs.

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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.

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Open-air Merchandiser Operating Requirements

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.

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Operating a Cook-and-hold Oven

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.

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How to Steam Vegetables, Protein, Pasta, and More

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.

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Steam Table Best Practices

Steam tables keep food warm consistently for long periods of serving. Check out the best practices for using and maintaining commercial steam tables here.

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What's the Purpose of a Freezer Defrost Cycle?

Have you ever wondered why your commercial freezer needs a defrost system and how that system works? We explain here.

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Choose Your Deep Fryer Oil

Learning the basics about the most common cooking oils can help you select the best oil for deep frying in your restaurant.

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TACT: The Key to Effective Dishwashing

Four main factors go into getting dishes clean and sanitized: temperature, agitation, chemicals, and time. Learn how to optimize each factor in TACT here.

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What Does a Pilot Light Do?

Learn about the purpose of gas cooking equipment pilot lights and their advantages and disadvantages. We'll also cover common alternatives to pilot lights.

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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.

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Commercial Coffee Makers: Brewing a Perfect Cup of Coffee

Learn about the science behind producing the perfect cup with your commercial coffee maker, from how to grind the beans to water temperature.