Are food delivery platforms a boon or threat?

Are food delivery platforms a boon or threat?

Food delivery platforms predominantly provide customer service, marketing, and logistics support to a restaurant. For the first two, they charge a commission rate to the restaurant, while for delivery it is usually the customer who pays. ...read more

The last straw

The last straw

As part of Queensland's plan to tackle plastic pollution and following support from the community, retailers and industry organisations, the supply of the following single-use plastic items will be banned in Queensland. ...read more

Top Tips to future proof your restaurant

Top Tips to future proof your restaurant

One positive outcome from the pandemic has been the opportunity for restaurants to innovate and find new, creative ways to serve customers. Here are my Top tips for ensuring a successful future in your restaurant. ...read more

Made in Australia and built to last

Made in Australia and built to last

Recently Roband Australia advised that they have joined the official Australian Made Campaign with approval granted on a selection of Roband branded machines including; Griddle, Griddle Toasters and Pie Warmers ...read more

5 ways to make Valentines Day special

5 ways to make Valentines Day special

Valentine’s Day is coming up – one of the busiest holidays of the year for restaurants. Even with COVID-19 causing unexpected changes to your usual Valentine's Day plans, there are plenty of creative ways your restaurant can celebrate a day of love with your customers. ...read more

Bending the rules

Bending the rules

When you don’t want to bend and don’t need a pass through dishwasher. Ergonomically designed to avoid injuries and strain, the Smeg Elevated under bench dishwashers eliminate the need to bend. ...read more

Industry calls for Hospokeeper

Industry calls for Hospokeeper

The hospitality industry has been one of the hardest hit industries by the pandemic. 'Hospokeeper’ should replace Jobkeeper exclusively to support the sector and be available to accommodation and food service businesses hardest hit by the government-imposed lockdowns and restrictions. ...read more

Is high-end restaurant delivery here to stay?

Is high-end restaurant delivery here to stay?

The COVID-19 pandemic stripped away many previously embedded notions. For premium restaurant operators, the idea that takeaway was beneath them went straight into the bin, and innovative at-home offerings became a lifeline for many hospitality businesses in 2020. ...read more

The key to flexibility

The key to flexibility

Imagine being able to wash 8 x 600mm x 400mm trays, or 1 x 600mm x 400mm dough box, as well as the usual plates, cups and cutlery, all in the one dishwasher. With a Smeg Mulipurpose Commercial Dishwasher you can. ...read more

How to start a takeaway food business

How to start a takeaway food business

Takeaway food service is a strong business option in the current climate, given the increase in demand for fast food and delivery. Opening a takeaway business can be very demanding, but also rewarding and profitable. ...read more