As we continue to face the current worldwide pandemic, dealing with state and local regulations changing to combat COVID is beginning to feel like any average day. Almost. As COVID numbers bounce between raising and dropping, it's certain that taking extra precautions to slow and prevent the spread of the virus is a must. That doesn't limit precautions to social distancing or washing our hands more frequently. It also covers the way that foodservice in the healthcare industry operates.

Regardless of the items on your menu, offering takeout options is a must in the foodservice industry right now. Not only does it offer convenience, but it quickly meets customer demand while to-go options and takeout orders are surging across the board. This style of service has grown drastically in the last 12 months, sky-rocketing by 50% during the winter shopping season. Curbside pick-up, delivery, and to-go options aren't just growing in the foodservice industry, they're leading consumers into a full-fledged automated way of shopping.

Today in the restaurant industry, the most important factor is ensuring the safety of your guests. This leads to consumer confidence, reassurance that you're doing everything you can to help prevent potential exposure to COVID-19, and one of the best ways to do this is to eliminate it.

Keeping food at a consistently safe temperature is vital in the foodservice industry. Even by just a few degrees, temperature variation in refrigeration can cause bacteria to grow, which can result in wasted product or possible illness to your customers. Thermo-Kool's blast chillers can help keep your food at proper temperatures while reducing profit loss.

School is back in session and ensuring every student gets a warm meal can make the day feel pretty hectic when there are hundreds to serve. Not to forget about the teachers, faculty, and any on-site visitors that may be joining in on the breakfast and lunch meals. When it comes to serving a hefty crowd, having appliances and equipment that optimize your service can make the biggest difference in getting a good meal out to everyone and serving something that's tasty yet healthy.