Experienced kitchen staff can spot inefficiencies instantly. When prep stations back up, orders slow down, and consistency suffers, the culprit is often using the wrong equipment. Slicers that can’t keep up, mixers struggling with heavy dough, and time-consuming manual prep all lead to wasted labor, uneven portions, and added pressure on staff.

Say hello to Eaton Essentials, Your Florida Commercial Smallwares Partner. Eaton Marketing, a leader in foodservice equipment solutions since 1995, proudly introduces Eaton Essentials - a Florida-based smallwares division dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of foodservice professionals. Bridging the gap between back-of-the-house and front-of-the-house, Eaton Essentials provides solutions that enhance operations for all sizes of hotels, restaurants, cafes, country clubs, and foodservice businesses.

Managing cooking oil in commercial kitchens can be a hidden drain on profitability. Without proper filtration and maintenance, oil becomes a recurring expense that compounds quickly. Frequent oil replacements, labor-intensive manual handling, and safety hazards are common pain points.

Rising labor costs, high energy bills, and the need for quality food during busy hours are big challenges for foodservice operators. Streamlining kitchen processes while maintaining quality can make a big difference—and steam cooking offers a powerful solution.

Designing refrigeration solutions for commercial kitchens is rarely straightforward. With tight corners, irregular layouts, and diverse operational needs, creating a walk-in cooler or freezer that maximizes efficiency while meeting spatial constraints can feel like solving a puzzle. And in Florida’s foodservice environments—from bustling school cafeterias to high-demand stadium kitchens—having high-quality, tailored cold storage isn’t a luxury but a necessity.