According to the annual customer survey, “Efficiency and Operating Costs” was the second highest concern for hospitality operators over the next 12 months, only second to “Equipment Reliability”. And with energy being one of the highest and fastest increasing costs, running an energy-efficient commercial kitchen has never been more important than now!

We thought we’d therefore look at our top tips that can help you save energy in the kitchen. From small changes you can make right now, to future investment plans which will come with longer lasting benefits to your commercial operation.

An energy-efficient kitchen is one that is built for the future, helping to increase the overall sustainability and longevity of the hospitality industry.

Take a look at our tips below and don’t hesitate to contactus if you need help with your kitchen running costs.

 

Changes you can make now!

In the first part of the blog, we will run through various small and easy changes you can make right now in your operation. 

This includes anything from overnight cooking to optimizing your lighting, heat recovery and even additional accessories which can make your catering equipment more efficient.

 

Optimize Your Power consumption

Renewing your lighting and replacing them with LEDs is often the best place to start when it comes to saving on running costs.

Switching to LED lighting uses up to 70% less energy and lasts up to 10 times longer compared to standard incandescent bulbs. As well as using less energy, LEDs are also very good at emitting less heat into the kitchen, helping to reduce working temperatures for your staff.

LED lighting is also much more flexible when it comes to the type of light, helping make the environment seem more natural throughout the day.

It’s often worth incorporating lighting which operates on a motion (PIR) sensor, for example in areas of your kitchen that are used less frequently, like storerooms. This means that energy is only being used when someone is in there and lights won’t get left on accidentally.

 

Make the Most of Overnight Cooking

Overnight cooking allows you to save on energy costs because you are able to make the most of off-peak electricity.

Our equipment allows you to cook overnight without needing your staff to work unsociable hours. Our local and imported brands give you short heating times, precise temperature management, low energy consumption and quick easy cleaning. Some other benefits of overnight cooking include:

• Gain more capacity by using equipment 24/7
• Greater flexibility
• Reduction in shrinkage and greater product yield
• Safe and hygienic

As well as cooking, you can also put your combination ovens on a cleaning programme overnight, capitalizing on the off-peak electricity rates.

Do you want to save energy, reduce costs and increase efficiency of your kitchen equipment?

 

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