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Fall officially starts on September 23rd, so it’s right around the corner! Most likely, your restaurant has already started introducing seasonally appropriate foods and beverages for a fun flair, but if you haven’t, now is the time to start! At Fast Fix LLC, we know how much your customers love fried foods because we know how much time we spend repairing and maintaining commercial fryers in Mid-Missouri ! Here are five fried foods that would be fun and unique to offer during this season, and who knows, you may decide to keep them on permanently! Fried Apple Pies It’s just not fall without serving up apples in some form. Trying out a fried apple pie recipe is the perfect way to incorporate the luxurious flavors of fall, but it’s also a fun way to serve up apples. A warm flaky crust, piping hot center of apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, and even some raisins. Our mouths are already watering, it sounds so good. If you really want to serve it with a bang, add a scoop of vanilla ice cr...

September is Sourdough Month, and it’s a perfect time, in our opinion, to start thinking about this type of food in your restaurant. As the weather begins to get cooler, your customers are going to be thinking about warm and hearty meals, fall favorites, and feasting. There’s nothing more festive than a big bowl of stew and some crusty hunks of sourdough bread. Here are a few ways you can make use of sourdough bread in your restaurant, as well as how you can make it yourself with the right pieces of commercial restaurant equipment in Missouri . Serving Up Sourdough Bread If you’re looking for some fun ways to incorporate sourdough bread into your menu this fall, here are some stellar suggestions that can make use of this wonderfully under-appreciated bread. Roast with Chicken You can toss the torn pieces of sourdough with chicken legs, seasonings, and vegetables. The great will absorb the juices while roasting and being indulgently crisp and chewy. Sourdough Stuffing Stu...

Aside from your employees, your cooking equipment is some of the most important things inside your restaurant. Just one unexpected issue can put a kink in serving your busy summer crowd. What’s worse, a kitchen fire could put you out of business for days if not weeks. it’s important to perform regular maintenance services to your equipment to help keep everything working properly for longer. Here are a few things that Fast Fix LLC highly suggests that you perform on a regular basis. Vent Hood & Duct Cleaning It doesn’t take long for grease to build-up on your vent hood and ductwork, which means that you will want to have a qualified contractor clean it at least 6 months. This service needs to be done by a certified hood cleaning service in Missouri , and it may even need to be done more frequently than every six months. In between the dates of service, you and your team will want to wipe down the visible part on the outside. Grease Filter Cleaning The grease filters in ...

No matter where your restaurant is located, you’ll find that fun beverages are going to be the hot topic this year. In fact, a study by The National Restaurant Association showed that in 2019, customers will be expecting craft artisan and locally made beverages of all varieties. Based on that survey, 650 professional chefs gave some insight into what was trending according to restauranteurs and bartenders, especially for the coming year. Craft House Coffee Diners are looking for culinary experiences these days, and they are just as quick to pursue it in their cup of joe. It’s becoming more and more popular for restaurants to feature beans that are roasted on site. Especially among the millennial crowd, coffee isn’t just a way to grab some caffeine, it’s an experience, it’s about learning the back story, and it’s about the craft. If your restaurant would benefit from stepping up your coffee game, it may be time to get a coffee roaster in Missouri . Barrel Aged Drinks An up an...

The kitchen is the center of your restaurant business in St. Louis . Whether you are a new restaurant, or you’ve been around for a while and want to update your equipment, you’ll want high-quality equipment. The equipment in your kitchen needs to withstand the pressures of daily use. With careful planning and research, you can increase the efficiency in your Missouri kitchen . Freezers & Refrigerators If you have a commercial kitchen, you will need some type of unit to keep things cold. This helps prevent items from perishing quickly, preserves freshness, and provides cold food storage space. Before you choose the unit that you need, you should consider the size of your restaurant and operations. No matter what unit you decide to go with, indoor or outdoor, custom shaped, large, or small - Fast Fix LLC can help. We can also assist with installation and then set up a plan for properly maintaining your unit. Food Preparation Counters This tool will be essential to your ...

As the holidays are in full swing (with less than two weeks until Christmas!) you’ll probably be noticing more groups than usual, and some may be quite large. This can put a strain on your staff, from top to bottom, and it can definitely cause more wear and tear on your equipment. As your local equipment repair company in Mid-Missouri , we have some tips to help your staff adjust to the added effort and how WE can help with your equipment. Keep It Simple Obviously one of the first signs from large groups is that there are a LOT more orders. With that, you may find that the ordering process can become tedious. Make sure that your servers are able to perform their jobs both quickly and accurately. Some restaurant POS systems provide shortcuts for the paying process with large groups, so it’s important to know how your equipment works. The better you know how to work the equipment, the better your entire staff will operate - from the servers to the kitchen staff. Communication i...

Running a restaurant kitchen isn't possible without properly working food service equipment. To ensure your investment is well taken care of, it's important that you understand the warranties on your commercial kitchen equipment. Below you'll find some tips and advice regarding those warranties that you'll want to keep in mind. 1. Read Your New Equipment Warranties.  All new restaurant equipment is sold with some type of warranty, each with its own set of terms and conditions. It's important that you review that warranty at the time of the purchase. You need to kno what types of issues are going to be covered and which ones won't. This can also help you compare different brands, as some might offer better warranties than others. You need to think about repair costs down the road and factor that into your purchase decisions. Typically, the larger, more expensive pieces of equipment, such as combination ovens, carry longer warranties, some as long as three ...

As a restaurant owner, you want your kitchen equipment to last for years to come. Food service equipment is expensive, and Fast Fix LLC is here to help you keep it in tip-top shape for as long as possible. Follow these guidelines to extend the life of your commercial kitchen equipment. 1. Constantly Clean Your Equipment.  The single most important step in prolonging the life of your commercial kitchen equipment is to keep it clean. That means cleaning it daily, and sometimes multiple times per day depending on the piece of equipment and how often it is used. By avoiding the build up of grease and grime, which can cause premature malfunction. 2. Use Proper Cleaning Methods.  Not only is it important to clean your commercial kitchen equipment regularly, but it's important to clean it properly. That means using the proper cleaning supplies and chemicals that are safe for the type of equipment you are cleaning. Refer to the operating manual for guidelines to follow. U...

The holidays are quickly approaching, and that means both companies and individuals are going to be looking for the perfect spot to host their holiday parties. Your restaurant could be that spot! Today's blog from Fast Fix LLC offers a few tips for preparing your restaurant for holidays. From training your staff to prepping the kitchen, there's a lot to do to prepare for the holiday season. 1. Hire Seasonal Staff.  Not only are you likely to have an influx of customers during the holiday season, but your seasoned employees are going to want some time off. Be sure to over staff during the months of November and December to make sure you can cater to all your customers, and continue to provide great service throughout the holiday season. You want people to keep coming back, and in order to do that, they need to have a great experience at your restaurant. 2. Determine a Holiday Menu.  Many restaurants choose to offer special menu items during the holiday season. Now...

When opening a new restaurant, you have the option of purchasing gas equipment or electric equipment. There are advantages to both types of equipment. In today's blog, your Missouri restaurant equipment repair specialists discuss a few of the reasons you might choose gas over electric or vice versa. Knowing and understanding the differences can help you make the best decision for your restaurant. Advantages of Gas Commercial Kitchen Equipment  While gas equipment is likely going to cost more initially, you have to consider gas prices vs electric prices for the utility bills, as well as the other benefits. Let's take a look at a few of the advantages of gas equipment: Lower operation costs, as gas prices are typically cheaper than electric prices Precise control over how hot it gets, through control of the flow of gas with a knob No waiting time for an element to heat up, as the flame lights immediately  Gas equipment cools more quickly, meaning less ambient heat dur...