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.
Small Coffee Shop Design Ideas That Maximize Space and Attract Customers
Small Coffee Shop Design Ideas That Maximize Space and Attract CustomersWhether you’re opening a neighborhood bakery or launching a modern espresso bar, your space needs to work hard for both form and function. A well-thought-out design improves workflow, encourages...
Upgrading Your Menu? Make Sure Your Kitchen Is Ready
Upgrading Your Menu? Make Sure Your Kitchen Is ReadyRefreshing your menu is one of the most effective ways to keep your foodservice operation relevant, profitable, and exciting. Whether you're a restaurant owner looking to attract new customers or a school cafeteria...
Designing a Patio That Works for Your Restaurant or Bar
Restaurant Patio Ideas That Work: Smart Design Tips for Your SpaceAn outdoor patio can do more than add a few tables—it can increase revenue, enhance your brand, and improve the overall guest experience. Whether you’re expanding your space for casual dining, happy...
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.
FEDA: A Year in Review and Moving Forward
As one year ends and another begins, it is always important to look back on what was accomplished and what you hope to accomplish in the coming year.
Design Project Challenges: Preparing For and Handling Problems and Changes
“Even in the best-thought-out project, changes along the way are inevitable.” Eric Schmitt, Vice President of Rapids, hit the nail on the head with these words. No matter how carefully you plan, many aspects of your project will remain beyond your control.
Benefits of Including Options from Multiple Vendors in Kitchen Design Quotes
When it comes to designing a kitchen that will meet your customer’s expectations in terms of cost and efficiency, providing several equipment options from multiple vendors is extremely important.
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.
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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!
Logan Bragg – DEEM winner of the YEAR 2018!
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment WINNER OF THE YEAR 2018Logan Bragg Warehouse Technician Works in the warehouse of the Marion facility of Rapids Wholesale. Packs and processes orders, also helps with general maintenance tasks. Nominator: Paul Adams For:...
Christy Hodnefield – DEEM Winner November 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment November 2018Christy Hodnefield Director of Design - ASID, IIDA, LEED Green AssociateNominator: Eric Schmitt For: Being Personally Accountable "She has been incredibly busy as of late with the volume of work we have coming through...
Matt Guillien – DEEM Winner October 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment October 2018Matt Guillien Account Executive Communicates with potential Star Foodservice Equipment customers by phone or in person, answering questions and selling products and services. Nominator: Joe Schmitt...
Logan Bragg – DEEM Winner September 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment September 2018Logan Bragg Warehouse Technician Works in the warehouse of the Marion facility of Rapids Wholesale. Packs and processes orders, also helps with general maintenance tasks. Nominator: Paul Adams For: Minding Their Ping...
Malena Trueblood – DEEM Winner August 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment August 2018Malena Trueblood Inside Sales Representative Communicates with potential Rapids Wholesale customers by phone or through our website chat service, answering questions and selling products. Nominator: Paul Adams For:...
Tylor Pairrett – DEEM Winner July 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment July 2018Tylor Pairrett Service Technician Responds to service calls and visits on-site to repair equipment, and to install it. Nominator: Chris Gansen For: Putting the Customer First "I received a message from our Rep Paul...
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