Foodservice Industry Insights
Insights & Innovations
Learn how our tailored foodservice solutions have helped clients overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and exceed expectations. These success stories demonstrate our commitment to excellence and our ability to deliver results.
Efficiency and Savings in Commercial Refrigeration
Efficiency and Savings in Commercial RefrigerationRunning a successful commercial kitchen means balancing performance, durability, and operating costs. While it’s tempting to shop only on upfront price, refrigeration is one of the largest ongoing expenses in...
Inspiring Bakery Design and Bakeshop Layout Ideas
Inspiring Bakery Design and Bakeshop Layout IdeasWhen people walk into a bakery or pastry shop, they’re looking for more than bread, cakes, or croissants. The atmosphere, layout, and overall bakery design play a big role in how customers experience your brand. A...
Efficient Bid Process for Foodservice Equipment Across Industries
Efficient Bid Process for Foodservice Equipment Across Industries The process of bidding for foodservice equipment doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re in healthcare, hospitality, restaurant and bar management, or running a cafeteria, the steps to create an...
Research & Reports
In our restaurant research and reports, we explore advancements in kitchen equipment, automation, and smart technologies that streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency. Our expert insights help you integrate these tools seamlessly into your business.
Smallwares Requirements for a 200-Seat Buffet
Ensure your buffet is fully functional with a fairly comprehensive list of all of the smallwares you will need. To order these smallwares, all you have to do is call our knowledgeable sales team at 800-899-6610 or browse our website to find everything you need.
Smallwares Requirements for a 100-Seat Restaurant
Purchasing smallwares for your 100-seat restaurant can be a stressful hassle you just don’t have time for – simplify the process using this fairly comprehensive list of items needed for the different areas of your restaurant
Smallwares Requirements for a 75-Seat Deli
Take the stress out of smallwares purchasing for your 75-seat deli – just use this fairly comprehensive list to make sure you have just about everything you need to start off. For your convenience, we also sell these smallwares!
News & Announcements
Delve into Rapids’ collaborations with top publications, celebrate our industry honors, and share our involvement in community and industry events. Discover our joint ventures with leading magazines and websites, showcasing innovative ideas and cutting-edge knowledge. We proudly highlight our awards that recognize excellence in the foodservice sector.
Experience the Best of Vollrath at the Vollrath Experience Tour!
Find out what makes Vollrath a top vendor in the foodservice industry by attending the Vollrath Experience Tour on Thursday, May 17th, from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm. Their mobile showroom will be parked at Rapids Contract (6201 S Gateway Dr. in Marion, IA).
Rapids/FEDA President Joe Schmitt: Why Are Foodservice Dealers Important?
When facing the obstacles posed by the rapidly-changing foodservice industry on your business, it can be easy to turn your focus inward and start immediately looking for answers. However, by skipping over the query and going straight to the solution, you may be overlooking vital components.
Sponsoring Future Foodservice Entrepreneurs at the 2018 Iowa ProStart Invitational
Each year, the ProStart Invitational is held by Prostart, a two-year educational program focused on providing the experience, skills, and connections future chefs and restaurants owners need to succeed in this volatile field. This competition is held at both the state and national levels, and gives students the opportunities to show off their skills, meet with industry leaders, and win thousands of dollars in scholarships.
DEEM Winners
Our mission statement here at Rapids is to “Deliver Excellence in Every Moment.” In order to do that, we have four company values that every employee strives to emulate in every interaction with customers (both internal and external) that serve as “pillars” to our mission statement, holding it up and ensuring we can provide a superior experience. See all of our previous winners that were nominated by their coworkers!
Shelby Stark – DEEM Winner May 2020
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment March 2018Shelby Stark Service Coordinator/DispatcherNominator: Chris Gansen For: Being a Problem Solver "She has been willing to take charge on our new inventory organization, and is leading the conversion efforts to change our...
Kyle Brewer – DEEM Winner April 2020
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment April 2020Kyle Brewer Project Coordinator & Design SpecialistNominator: Luke Green For: Being Personally Accountable "Kyle has been working on several of my projects recently where Architects have changed wall dimensions at...
Chris Simerda – DEEM Winner March 2020
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment March 2020Chris Simerda Contract & Design SpecialistNominator: Jason Wacker For: Putting the Customer First "Chris arrived to job site on last Thursday too find the kitchen in complete disarray. They were supposed to be...
Dan Gorbatjuk – DEEM Winner February 2020
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment February 2020Dan Gorbatjuk Chain Restaurant Solutions Senior Account Tech and Data Integrity Specialist Processes inbound service calls and dispatches corresponding repair technicians to address facility management issues for...
Nathan Deeney – DEEM Winner January 2020
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment January 2020Nathan Deeney IT Department & CodingNominator: Kendra Hatcher For: Being a Problem Solver "Nathan started his Christmas vacation on the 23rd of December and let me know if I needed anything to not hesitate to call....
Dean Demorest – DEEM Winner December 2019
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment December 2019Dean Demorest Sales Representative Communicates with potential Star Foodservice Equipment customers by phone or in person, answering questions and selling products and services. Nominator: Chris Gansen For: Putting...
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