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TundraFMP is Optimizing Kitchen Storage with Cambro
Whether you're commanding a commercial kitchen or putting up orders from a converted VW bus, every back-of-house seems to lack the same thing: adequate storage. But finding more space through a costly remodel or relocation disrupts your business. In this fast-paced industry, profitability depends on efficiency.
April 29, 2024 | Image provided by TundraFMP
Whether you're commanding a commercial kitchen or putting up orders from a converted VW bus, every back-of-house seems to lack the same thing: adequate storage. But finding more space through a costly remodel or relocation disrupts your business. In this fast-paced industry, profitability depends on efficiency. How can you make every inch of space work for your business? With smart, scalable storage solutions designed to meet the demands of the food service industry.
To learn more, we reached out to Cambro. Cambro designs innovative products that maximize space efficiency and last longer than typical metal shelving. Made of composite plastic, the Camshelving® system solves commercial kitchen storage issues while remaining forever free from rust and corrosion. Let's look at 4 of the most common restaurant storage challenges and see how Cambro can help level up your business with a more efficient use of space.
1. Problem: Limited cold food storage
Limited cold food storage is a struggle in every kitchen, but short of investing in an extra fridge, there's usually a fixed amount of space for fresh food. Jim's South St., a Philadelphia cheesesteak sandwich shop, wrestled with this issue. Every Saturday, they fulfill over 2,000 cheesesteak orders. Their tiny walk-in needed help handling the volume of beef, onions, and other perishables. In 2018, they transitioned to Camshelving® units with ventilated shelves for their walk-in and never looked back. Strong enough to hold 120 lbs of beef, each vented shelf allows for improved airflow, helping food stay fresh longer. Plus, staff can remove the shelves to easily wash in the sink. With Cambro's no-rust guarantee, Jim's South St. can focus on investing in their high-quality ingredients and forget about replacing their storage units every few years.
2. Problem: Inefficient use of vertical space
In the restaurant business, no one likes waste, even if we're talking about storage rather than seasonal produce (but, no surprise, Cambro has a solution for that, too). Cambro's Camshelving® Wall Shelf creates overhead storage in space that would otherwise go unused. Perfect for indoors and outdoors, install one over the sink or anywhere you want to keep things off the floor and within reach. These shelves are rust-proof and designed to snap on and off for easy cleaning, even in the dishwasher.
3. Problem: Inadequate mobile storage
Flexibility is key in kitchens where service volume can fluctuate. Cambro's Camshelving® Mobile Flex Station Unit is an ideal rolling solution for kitchens that need to adapt. It's perfect for staging takeout, handling curbside pickup, or configuring service areas during peak hours. With an 800lb capacity per shelf, locking swivel casters, and antimicrobial and dishwasher-safe shelf plates, you can adjust your set-up without interrupting the flow of service.
4. Problem: Disorganized dry storage
If opening your pantry door cues an avalanche of cans, it's time to get your dry goods in order. Cambro's Camshelving Can Rack® has the capacity for 96 #10 cans or 144 #5 cans. Plus, the front-loading, gravity-fed system makes it easier to find what you need while decreasing the risk of expired cans of garbonzos hogging prime real estate. These racks are a game-changer at the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, where staff prepare up to 500 food trays daily. The kitchen maintains a strict first-in-first-out protocol, ensuring that even canned food items meet the quality standards for their young patients.
No matter the size of your restaurant, the efficiency of your storage space impacts your day-to-day operations. For over 70 years, Cambro has proven its commitment to kitchen professionals like you by designing products that make BOH jobs easier and safer. The quality and functionality are especially evident in the Camshelving® series. Whether you're dealing with limited cold food storage or a disorganized pantry, there's a Camshelving® solution ready to transform your space.
If you're ready to maximize your kitchen storage space, browse TundraFMP's full range of Cambro products here.
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TundraFMP helps foodservice operators do what they do best – by providing fast, flexible and complete kitchen solutions. We offer the most complete selection of restaurant equipment, apparel, smallwares, parts, and accessories in the industry.
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