Restaurant and Kitchen Redesign
RATIONAL UK
If an operator were considering a refit or renovation, what kitchen and restaurant design advice would you offer?
For some well-established businesses, there is a reluctance to embrace change, particularly when it comes to adopting modern cooking technology. However, it's imperative for operators to recognise the benefits of integrating advanced cooking systems. Investing in intelligent cooking technology not only ensures consistency and ease of use but also leads to cost savings. These innovations provide significant advantages for chefs in terms of their work processes. This appeal is highlighted further becomes as the industry faces mounting challenges in staff recruitment and retention. By creating improved working environments, modern cooking technology can attract new talent and enhance employee retention rates.
In response to the need for adaptable solutions, restaurant owners are increasingly emphasising equipment flexibility in their operations. The integration of versatile cooking systems can prove invaluable in overcoming space constraints within restaurant kitchens. The RATIONAL iVario Pro combines the functions of traditional equipment such as pots, pans, stove tops, and deep fat fryers.
Likewise, the iCombi Pro stands as a prime example of true multifunctionality. It excels as both a steamer and a convection oven, or even a fusion of the two and is proficient in a wide array of culinary techniques, including steaming, roasting, toasting, baking, proving, and regenerating.
There is increased demand for connectivity for restauranteurs aiming to automate manual tasks like HACCP data collection, equipment monitoring, and service calls. RATIONAL addresses this demand through ConnectedCooking, a digital kitchen management solution that encompasses all these functions.
For operators contemplating refurbishment or renovation, RATIONAL provides robust support. With a team of Sales Managers and corporate chefs offering expert advice to guide decision-making. In addition, RATIONAL's extensive network of certified Dealer partners possesses in-depth knowledge gained from certified RATIONAL training programs, enabling them to provide tailored consultations directly at restaurant sites.
How can operators balance great aesthetics with functionality in their kitchen design?
Both of RATIONAL's cooking systems are incredibly adaptable, suitable for various installation methods, whether integrated into kitchen blocks, walls, or seamlessly incorporated into front-of-house cooking setups, which are becoming increasingly popular for creating a theatrical dining experience. By consolidating functionality and reducing the need for multiple equipment pieces, operators can also lower ventilation requirements.
As an additional option, there's the possibility of utilising bespoke cooking panels, complete with digital displays that can even incorporate images to enhance the aesthetic appeal.
Attributed to Graham Killie Technical Sales Director
